Tallink Romantika ferry vs Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Built in 2005
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Tallink Romantika ferry
16.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tallink Romantika ferry vs Tirrenia Sharden ferry: Quick Comparison
Tirrenia Sharden ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 3 years newer than Tallink Romantika ferry, which entered service in 2002. Tallink Romantika ferry is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 40,803 GT. Tirrenia Sharden ferry also carries 410 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 | Tirrenia Sharden ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2005Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 40,803 GT | 39,798 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,500 | 2,910 |
| Space per Passenger | 16.3 GT | 13.7 GT |
| Length | 192.9 m | 214 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tallink Romantika ferry vs Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Age
Tirrenia Sharden ferry was built in 2005, making it 3 years newer than Tallink Romantika ferry, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 40,803 GT, Tallink Romantika ferry is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Tirrenia Sharden ferry at 39,798 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tirrenia Sharden ferry carries up to 2,910 passengers compared with 2,500 aboard Tallink Romantika ferry, a difference of 410 passengers.
Passenger space
Tallink Romantika ferry offers more space per passenger: 16.3 GT per guest, compared with 13.7 aboard Tirrenia Sharden ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Tallink Romantika ferry
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tallink Romantika ferry
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Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tallink Romantika ferry if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Tirrenia Sharden ferry.
Choose Tirrenia Sharden ferry if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Tallink Romantika ferry vs Tirrenia Sharden ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Built in 2005
3 years newer
Bigger
Tallink Romantika ferry
40,803 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Tirrenia Sharden ferry is 3 years newer.
- Tallink Romantika ferry is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tirrenia Sharden ferry carries 410 more passengers.
- Tallink Romantika ferry offers more space per passenger (16.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tallink Romantika ferry or Tirrenia Sharden ferry?
Tirrenia Sharden ferry is newer. It was built in 2005, while Tallink Romantika ferry was built in 2002, making Tirrenia Sharden ferry 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tallink Romantika ferry or Tirrenia Sharden ferry?
Tallink Romantika ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 40,803 GT compared with Tirrenia Sharden ferry at 39,798 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tirrenia Sharden ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,910, compared with 2,500 for Tallink Romantika ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Tallink Romantika ferry or Tirrenia Sharden ferry?
Tallink Romantika ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 16.3 GT per passenger, versus 13.7 for Tirrenia Sharden ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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