Tirrenia Sharden ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Built in 2005
7 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
Tirrenia Sharden ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry: Quick Comparison
Tirrenia Sharden ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 7 years newer than GNV Excellent ferry, which entered service in 1998. Tirrenia Sharden ferry is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 39,798 GT. Tirrenia Sharden ferry also carries 580 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 | Tirrenia Sharden ferry | GNV Excellent ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2005Newer | 1998 |
| Gross Tonnage | 39,798 GT | 39,777 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,910 | 2,330 |
| Space per Passenger | 13.7 GT | 17.1 GT |
| Length | 214 m | 202 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tirrenia Sharden ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry
Age
Tirrenia Sharden ferry was built in 2005, making it 7 years newer than GNV Excellent ferry, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 39,798 GT, Tirrenia Sharden ferry is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than GNV Excellent ferry at 39,777 GT.
Passenger capacity
Tirrenia Sharden ferry carries up to 2,910 passengers compared with 2,330 aboard GNV Excellent ferry, a difference of 580 passengers.
Passenger space
GNV Excellent ferry offers more space per passenger: 17.1 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
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
GNV Excellent ferry
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tirrenia Sharden 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 Tirrenia Sharden 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 Tirrenia Sharden ferry.
Tirrenia Sharden ferry vs GNV Excellent ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
Built in 2005
7 years newer
Bigger
Tirrenia Sharden ferry
39,798 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Tirrenia Sharden ferry is 7 years newer.
- Tirrenia Sharden ferry is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Tirrenia Sharden ferry carries 580 more passengers.
- GNV Excellent ferry offers more space per passenger (17.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tirrenia Sharden ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
Tirrenia Sharden ferry is newer. It was built in 2005, while GNV Excellent ferry was built in 1998, making Tirrenia Sharden ferry 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tirrenia Sharden ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
Tirrenia Sharden ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 39,798 GT compared with GNV Excellent ferry at 39,777 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Tirrenia Sharden ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,910, compared with 2,330 for GNV Excellent ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Tirrenia Sharden ferry or GNV Excellent ferry?
GNV Excellent ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 17.1 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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