Tallink Romantika ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Tallink Romantika ferry
Built in 2002
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
GNV Excellent ferry
17.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tallink Romantika ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry: Quick Comparison
Tallink Romantika ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 4 years newer than GNV Excellent ferry, which entered service in 1998. Tallink Romantika ferry is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 40,803 GT. Tallink Romantika ferry also carries 170 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 | Tallink Romantika ferry | GNV Excellent ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002Newer | 1998 |
| Gross Tonnage | 40,803 GT | 39,777 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,500 | 2,330 |
| Space per Passenger | 16.3 GT | 17.1 GT |
| Length | 192.9 m | 202 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tallink Romantika ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry
Age
Tallink Romantika ferry was built in 2002, making it 4 years newer than GNV Excellent ferry, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 40,803 GT, Tallink Romantika ferry is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than GNV Excellent ferry at 39,777 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tallink Romantika ferry carries up to 2,500 passengers compared with 2,330 aboard GNV Excellent ferry, a difference of 170 passengers.
Passenger space
GNV Excellent ferry offers more space per passenger: 17.1 GT per guest, compared with 16.3 aboard Tallink Romantika ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Tallink Romantika ferry
GNV Excellent ferry
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tallink Romantika ferry
Average
$0 / day
GNV Excellent ferry
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tallink Romantika 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.
Choose GNV Excellent ferry if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Tallink Romantika ferry.
Tallink Romantika ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Tallink Romantika ferry
Built in 2002
4 years newer
Bigger
Tallink Romantika ferry
40,803 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Tallink Romantika ferry is 4 years newer.
- Tallink Romantika ferry is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tallink Romantika ferry carries 170 more passengers.
- GNV Excellent ferry offers more space per passenger (17.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tallink Romantika ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
Tallink Romantika ferry is newer. It was built in 2002, while GNV Excellent ferry was built in 1998, making Tallink Romantika ferry 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tallink Romantika ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
Tallink Romantika ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,803 GT compared with GNV Excellent ferry at 39,777 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tallink Romantika ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,500, compared with 2,330 for GNV Excellent ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Tallink Romantika ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
GNV Excellent ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 17.1 GT per passenger, versus 16.3 for Tallink Romantika ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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