Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Built in 2006
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548: Quick Comparison
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2006, it is 2 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 also carries 310 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 | Tianjin Orient MS Visio | Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2006Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 102,587 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,470 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.6 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 272.19 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Age
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 was built in 2006, making it 2 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 310 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 offers more space per passenger: 30.2 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Tianjin Orient MS Visio
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
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Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548.
Choose Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 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).
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Built in 2006
2 years newer
Bigger
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
114,147 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is 2 years newer.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 carries 310 more passengers.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is newer. It was built in 2006, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,147 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,780, compared with 3,470 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Which ship is more spacious, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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