MSC Explora 1 vs Finncanopus ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Explora 1
63.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Explora 1 vs Finncanopus ferry: Quick Comparison
MSC Explora 1 and Finncanopus ferry both entered service in 2023. Finncanopus ferry is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 64,600 GT. Finncanopus ferry also carries 104 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | MSC Explora 1 | Finncanopus ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023 | 2023 |
| Gross Tonnage | 63,621 GT | 64,600 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 996 | 1,100 |
| Space per Passenger | 63.9 GT | 58.7 GT |
| Length | 248.86 m | 235 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MSC Explora 1 vs Finncanopus ferry
Age
MSC Explora 1 and Finncanopus ferry were both built in 2023.
Size
At 64,600 GT, Finncanopus ferry is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Explora 1 at 63,621 GT.
Passenger capacity
Finncanopus ferry carries up to 1,100 passengers compared with 996 aboard MSC Explora 1, a difference of 104 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Explora 1 offers more space per passenger: 63.9 GT per guest, compared with 58.7 aboard Finncanopus ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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MSC Explora 1
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Explora 1
Average
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Finncanopus ferry
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Explora 1 if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Finncanopus ferry if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
MSC Explora 1 vs Finncanopus ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
Finncanopus ferry
64,600 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 2023.
- Finncanopus ferry is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Finncanopus ferry carries 104 more passengers.
- MSC Explora 1 offers more space per passenger (63.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, MSC Explora 1 or Finncanopus ferry?
Finncanopus ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 64,600 GT compared with MSC Explora 1 at 63,621 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Finncanopus ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,100, compared with 996 for MSC Explora 1.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Explora 1 or Finncanopus ferry?
MSC Explora 1 has the higher passenger space ratio at 63.9 GT per passenger, versus 58.7 for Finncanopus ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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