September 2, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valencia
From
$1,173
Price / day
$168
Tianjin Orient MS Visio|Costa Pacifica
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Pacifica
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Pacifica
Built in 2009
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Pacifica
30.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Pacifica: Quick Comparison
Costa Pacifica is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 5 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Pacifica is approximately 12% larger by gross tonnage at 114,500 GT. Costa Pacifica also carries 310 more passengers. Costa Pacifica has upcoming sailings in Western Mediterranean. 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 Pacifica |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2009Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 102,587 GT | 114,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,470 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.6 GT | 30.3 GT |
| Length | 272.19 m | 290 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Pacifica
Age
Costa Pacifica was built in 2009, making it 5 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 114,500 GT, Costa Pacifica is approximately 12% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Pacifica carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 310 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger: 30.3 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Tianjin Orient MS Visio and Costa Pacifica (Western Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Pacifica
Western Mediterranean from Valencia
- Departure Port
- Valencia
- Region
- Western Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Valencia
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Olbia
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Savona
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026La Seyne
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Palma de Mallorca
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Valencia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Costa Pacifica
September 5, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$899
Price / day
$128
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Pacifica
Average
$148 / day
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 Pacifica.
Choose Costa Pacifica 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 Western Mediterranean.
- Departing from Valencia and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Pacifica: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Pacifica
Built in 2009
5 years newer
Bigger
Costa Pacifica
114,500 GT
12% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Pacifica is 5 years newer.
- Costa Pacifica is 12% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Pacifica carries 310 more passengers.
- Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger (30.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Pacifica?
Costa Pacifica is newer. It was built in 2009, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Pacifica 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Pacifica?
Costa Pacifica is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,500 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Pacifica 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 Pacifica?
Costa Pacifica has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.3 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.
Where does Costa Pacifica sail?
The upcoming Costa Pacifica sailings currently listed cover Western Mediterranean, departing from Valencia and Civitavecchia.
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