Two MSC Cruises ships, head to head — specs, amenities, and what each one is genuinely better at.
MSC World Asia (2026) is the newer ship by 4 years versus MSC World Europa (2022).
| Spec | MSC World Asia | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Year built | 2026 | 2022 |
| Tonnage | 215,863 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Guests (double occupancy) | 5,400 | 5,400 |
| Guests (max) | 6,762 | 6,762 |
Trophy marks the ship that wins each row. Smaller capacity = more space per guest.
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