Two MSC Cruises ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
MSC World America (2025) is the newer ship by 17 years versus MSC Poesia (2008). MSC World America is the larger hull at 215,863 GT (~133% bigger). MSC Poesia sails with fewer guests at double occupancy (2,550 vs 5,400).
| Spec | MSC Poesia | MSC World America |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2008 | 2025 |
| Tonnage | 92,627 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 2,550 | 5,400 |
| Guests (max) | 3,605 | 6,762 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
MSC World America has things the other doesn't: USB ports in cabins, Accessible pool lift.
Distinct ports each ship visits in the next 12 months.
No ports in common in the next 12 months.
None unique — everywhere this ship goes, the other does too.