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Crown Princess vs Diamond Princess
- Diamond Princess is the bigger ship: 115,875 gross tons vs 113,561, about 2% larger.
- Crown Princess is newer (2006) than Diamond Princess (2004).
- Crown Princess carries more guests: 3,090 vs 2,710 (lower berths).
- Diamond Princess has more crew per guest (2.46 guests per crew member vs 2.58).
| Crown Princess | Diamond Princess | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Princess Cruises | Princess Cruises |
| Entered service | 2006 ● | 2004 |
| Gross tonnage | 113,561 | 115,875 ● |
| Guests | 3,090 (lower berths) ● | 2,710 (lower berths) |
| Crew | 1,200 ● | 1,100 |
| Guests per crew member | 2.58 | 2.46 ● |
| Decks | 19 ● | 18 |
| Staterooms | 1,545 ● | 1,353 |
| Length | 952 ft | 952 ft |
● = higher (or, for guests per crew member, lower) of the two. Figures from each line's own source: Crown Princess, Diamond Princess (accessed Oct 26, 2026).
FAQ
Which is bigger, Crown Princess or Diamond Princess?
Diamond Princess is the bigger ship: 115,875 gross tons vs 113,561, about 2% larger.
Which is newer, Crown Princess or Diamond Princess?
Crown Princess is newer (2006) than Diamond Princess (2004).
Which ship holds more passengers?
Crown Princess: 3,090 (lower berths). Diamond Princess: 2,710 (lower berths).
Which ship has more crew per guest?
Diamond Princess has more crew per guest (2.46 guests per crew member vs 2.58), calculated from each line's published guest and crew figures.
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