Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry vs Zeus Palace ferry
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry
Tirrenia – Compagnia italiana di navigazione
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Zeus Palace ferry
Built in 2001
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry
25.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry vs Zeus Palace ferry: Quick Comparison
Zeus Palace ferry is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2001, it is 2 years newer than Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry, which entered service in 1999. Zeus Palace ferry is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage at 31,730 GT. Zeus Palace ferry also carries 100 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 Vincenzo Florio ferry | Zeus Palace ferry |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2001Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 31,041 GT | 31,730 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,200 | 1,300 |
| Space per Passenger | 25.9 GT | 24.4 GT |
| Length | 181.68 m | 212 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry vs Zeus Palace ferry
Age
Zeus Palace ferry was built in 2001, making it 2 years newer than Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 31,730 GT, Zeus Palace ferry is approximately 2% larger by gross tonnage than Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry at 31,041 GT.
Passenger capacity
Zeus Palace ferry carries up to 1,300 passengers compared with 1,200 aboard Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry, a difference of 100 passengers.
Passenger space
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry offers more space per passenger: 25.9 GT per guest, compared with 24.4 aboard Zeus Palace ferry. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio 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 Zeus Palace ferry.
Choose Zeus Palace 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.
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry vs Zeus Palace ferry: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Zeus Palace ferry
Built in 2001
2 years newer
Bigger
Zeus Palace ferry
31,730 GT
2% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Zeus Palace ferry is 2 years newer.
- Zeus Palace ferry is 2% larger by gross tonnage.
- Zeus Palace ferry carries 100 more passengers.
- Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry offers more space per passenger (25.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry or Zeus Palace ferry?
Zeus Palace ferry is newer. It was built in 2001, while Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry was built in 1999, making Zeus Palace ferry 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry or Zeus Palace ferry?
Zeus Palace ferry is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 31,730 GT compared with Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry at 31,041 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Zeus Palace ferry has a passenger capacity of approximately 1,300, compared with 1,200 for Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry.
Which ship is more spacious, Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry or Zeus Palace ferry?
Tirrenia Vincenzo Florio ferry has the higher passenger space ratio at 25.9 GT per passenger, versus 24.4 for Zeus Palace ferry. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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