Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Guatemala
Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Guatemala by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Argentina vs. Guatemala - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Guatemala is 42 042 mi². This means that the area of Argentina is 2453% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Guatemala has a coastline of 248.5 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 Guatemala is Guatemala, where the population is 2 110 100.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Guatemala is Volcán Tajumulco, which rises to a height of 13 845 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Argentina, the highest temperature ever measured was 120.4°F and was recorded in Villa de María, Córdoba Province, while in Guatemala the highest temperature was 113°F and was recorded in Estanzuela, Zacapa.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Argentina, the lowest temperature ever measured was -38.2°F and was recorded in Valle de los Patos Superior, San Juan, while in Guatemala, the lowest temperature was 11.3°F and was recorded in Olintepeque, Quetzaltenango.
Society
Argentina vs. Guatemala - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Guatemala is home to 17 915 568 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 72.6 years in Guatemala.
Average age
The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 23.2 years in Guatemala.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 1.62% in Guatemala.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Argentina and 80.8% in Guatemala.
Language
In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Guatemala the primary language is Spanish.
Religion
In Argentina, the main religion is Christianity; in Guatemala, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Argentina: 20 763 Int$. Guatemala: 8 850 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Argentina: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, I). Electricity in Guatemala: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B).
Driving side
Argentina has right-hand traffic, Guatemala has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Argentina - January, February, December; Guatemala - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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