Pascal Lota ferry vs Mega Express 1 ferry
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Pascal Lota ferry
Built in 2008
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
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17.5 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Pascal Lota ferry vs Mega Express 1 ferry: Quick Comparison
Pascal Lota ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 7 years newer than Mega Express 1 ferry, which entered service in 2001. Pascal Lota ferry is approximately 40% larger by gross tonnage at 36,400 GT. Pascal Lota ferry also carries 324 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 | Pascal Lota ferry | Mega Express 1 ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2001 |
| Gross Tonnage | 36,400 GT | 26,024 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,080 | 1,756 |
| Space per Passenger | 17.5 GT | 14.8 GT |
| Length | 176.95 m | 176.38 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Pascal Lota ferry vs Mega Express 1 ferry
Age
Pascal Lota ferry was built in 2008, making it 7 years newer than Mega Express 1 ferry, which was built in 2001.
Size
At 36,400 GT, Pascal Lota ferry is approximately 40% larger by gross tonnage than Mega Express 1 ferry at 26,024 GT.
Passenger capacity
Pascal Lota ferry carries up to 2,080 passengers compared with 1,756 aboard Mega Express 1 ferry, a difference of 324 passengers.
Passenger space
Pascal Lota ferry offers more space per passenger: 17.5 GT per guest, compared with 14.8 aboard Mega Express 1 ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Pascal Lota ferry 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).
Choose Mega Express 1 ferry if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Pascal Lota ferry.
Pascal Lota ferry vs Mega Express 1 ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Pascal Lota ferry
Built in 2008
7 years newer
Bigger
Pascal Lota ferry
36,400 GT
40% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Pascal Lota ferry is 7 years newer.
- Pascal Lota ferry is 40% larger by gross tonnage.
- Pascal Lota ferry carries 324 more passengers.
- Pascal Lota ferry offers more space per passenger (17.5 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Pascal Lota ferry or Mega Express 1 ferry?
Pascal Lota ferry is newer. It was built in 2008, while Mega Express 1 ferry was built in 2001, making Pascal Lota ferry 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Pascal Lota ferry or Mega Express 1 ferry?
Pascal Lota ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 36,400 GT compared with Mega Express 1 ferry at 26,024 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Pascal Lota ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,080, compared with 1,756 for Mega Express 1 ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Pascal Lota ferry or Mega Express 1 ferry?
Pascal Lota ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 17.5 GT per passenger, versus 14.8 for Mega Express 1 ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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