April 2, 2027
14-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Rio de Janeiro
From
$1,509
Price / day
$108
MSC Musica|MSC Lirica
MSC Musica vs MSC Lirica
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC Musica
Built in 2006
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Musica
28.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Musica vs MSC Lirica: Quick Comparison
MSC Musica is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2006, it is 3 years newer than MSC Lirica, which entered service in 2003. MSC Musica is approximately 41% larger by gross tonnage at 92,409 GT. MSC Musica also carries 575 more passengers. MSC Musica has upcoming sailings in South America. 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 Musica | MSC Lirica |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2006Newer | 2003 |
| Gross Tonnage | 92,409 GT | 65,591 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,223 | 2,648 |
| Space per Passenger | 28.7 GT | 24.8 GT |
| Length | 293 m | 274.9 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 1,233 | 988 |
Key Differences: MSC Musica vs MSC Lirica
Age
MSC Musica was built in 2006, making it 3 years newer than MSC Lirica, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 92,409 GT, MSC Musica is approximately 41% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Lirica at 65,591 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Musica carries up to 3,223 passengers compared with 2,648 aboard MSC Lirica, a difference of 575 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Musica offers more space per passenger: 28.7 GT per guest, compared with 24.8 aboard MSC Lirica. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Musica (South America) and MSC Lirica currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Musica
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Rio de Janeiro
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Apr 2, 2027Rio de Janeiro
- Day 2 · Apr 3, 2027At Sea
- Day 3 · Apr 4, 2027At Sea
- Day 4 · Apr 5, 2027Maceio
- Day 5 · Apr 6, 2027At Sea
- Day 6 · Apr 7, 2027At Sea
- Day 7 · Apr 8, 2027At Sea
- Day 8 · Apr 9, 2027At Sea
- Day 9 · Apr 10, 2027At Sea
- Day 10 · Apr 11, 2027At Sea
- Day 11 · Apr 12, 2027Las Palmas
- Day 12 · Apr 13, 2027At Sea
- Day 13 · Apr 14, 2027At Sea
- Day 14 · Apr 15, 2027Tarragona
- Day 15 · Apr 16, 2027Marseille
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Musica
December 20, 2027
7-Night South America Cruise
Departing from Santos
From
$1,099
Price / day
$157
MSC Lirica
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Musica
Average
$133 / day
VS
MSC Lirica
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Musica if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in South America.
- Departing from Rio de Janeiro and Santos works for your plans.
Choose MSC Lirica if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Musica.
MSC Musica vs MSC Lirica: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Musica
Built in 2006
3 years newer
Bigger
MSC Musica
92,409 GT
41% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Musica is 3 years newer.
- MSC Musica is 41% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Musica carries 575 more passengers.
- MSC Musica offers more space per passenger (28.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Musica or MSC Lirica?
MSC Musica is newer. It was built in 2006, while MSC Lirica was built in 2003, making MSC Musica 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Musica or MSC Lirica?
MSC Musica is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 92,409 GT compared with MSC Lirica at 65,591 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Musica has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,223, compared with 2,648 for MSC Lirica.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Musica or MSC Lirica?
MSC Musica has the higher passenger space ratio at 28.7 GT per passenger, versus 24.8 for MSC Lirica. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does MSC Musica sail?
The upcoming MSC Musica sailings currently listed cover South America, departing from Rio de Janeiro and Santos.
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