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Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Benin

Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Benin by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Argentina vs. Benin - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Benin is 43 484 mi². This means that the area of Argentina is 2369% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
1 073 518 mi²
43 484 mi²

Coastline length

Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Benin has a coastline of 75.2 mi.

3 100.0 mi
75.2 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Argentina is Buenos Aires, with a population of about 2 890 150 people. In contrast, the largest city in Benin is Cotonou, where the population is 779 314.

2 890 150 ppl
779 314 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Benin is Mont Sokbaro, which rises to a height of 2 159 ft.

22 835 ft
Aconcagua
2 159 ft
Mont Sokbaro

Highest recorded temperature

120.4°F
Villa de María, Córdoba Province
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Lowest recorded temperature

-38.2°F
Valle de los Patos Superior, San Juan
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Society

Argentina vs. Benin - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Benin is home to 12 123 200 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
45 195 774 ppl
12 123 200 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 61.8 years in Benin.

78.1 years
61.8 years

Average age

The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 17 years in Benin.

32.4 years
17 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 3.36% in Benin.

0.84%
3.36%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Argentina and 42.4% in Benin.

99.0%
42.4%

Language

In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Benin the primary language is French.

spanish
french

Religion

In Argentina, the main religion is Christianity; in Benin, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

5 736 000 ppl
Ranking: 43/174
255 000 ppl
Ranking: 138/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Argentina: 20 763 Int$. Benin: 3 504 Int$.

20 763 Int$
Ranking: 67/194
3 504 Int$
Ranking: 163/194

Currency

Argentina: Argentine Peso (ARS). Benin: CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
ARS
Argentine Peso
XOF
CFA Franc BCEAO

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Argentina: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, I). Electricity in Benin: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).

220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, I
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, E

Driving side

Argentina has right-hand traffic, Benin has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURXOFARS

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Argentina - January, February, December; Benin - January, February, March, December.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise normal safety precautions
Level 1
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa obtained online
A visa is required, but can be obtained through the relevant website.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B29 USD - 40 USD
T77 USD - 106 USD
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