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Country Facts:
Argentina vs. Turkey

Learn about the similarities and differences between Argentina and Turkey 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. Turkey - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Argentina is 1 073 518 mi², while the surface area of Turkey is 302 535 mi². This means that the area of Argentina is 255% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
1 073 518 mi²
302 535 mi²

Coastline length

Argentina has a coastline of 3 100.0 mi, while Turkey has a coastline of 4 473.9 mi.

3 100.0 mi
4 473.9 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 Turkey is Istanbul, where the population is 14 025 600.

2 890 150 ppl
14 025 600 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Argentina is Aconcagua, its height is 22 835 ft. The highest peak in Turkey is Mount Ararat, which rises to a height of 16 854 ft.

22 835 ft
Aconcagua
16 854 ft
Mount Ararat

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 Turkey the highest temperature was 119.8°F and was recorded in Mardin.

120.4°F
Villa de María, Córdoba Province
119.8°F
Mardin

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 Turkey, the lowest temperature was -58.5°F and was recorded in Ardahan Province.

-38.2°F
Valle de los Patos Superior, San Juan
-58.5°F
Ardahan Province

Society

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

Population

The population of Argentina is about 45 195 774, while Turkey is home to 84 339 067 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
45 195 774 ppl
84 339 067 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 78.1 years in Argentina and 76.0 years in Turkey.

78.1 years
76.0 years

Average age

The average age is 32.4 years in Argentina and 32.2 years in Turkey.

32.4 years
32.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.84% in Argentina and 0.7% in Turkey.

0.84%
0.7%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Argentina and 96.7% in Turkey.

99.0%
96.7%

Language

In Argentina, the main language is Spanish, and in Turkey the primary language is Turkish.

spanish
turkish

Religion

In Argentina, the main religion is Christianity; in Turkey, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

5 736 000 ppl
Ranking: 6/179
39 478 000 ppl
Ranking: 161/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Argentina: 20 763 Int$. Turkey: 28 114 Int$.

20 763 Int$
Ranking: 7/194
28 114 Int$
Ranking: 175/194

Currency

Argentina: Argentine Peso (ARS). Turkey: Turkish Lira (TRY).

Tools: Currency Calculator
ARS
Argentine Peso
TRY
Turkish Lira

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Argentina: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, I). Electricity in Turkey: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, I
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDEURARSTRY

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Argentina - January, February, December; Turkey - June, July, August.

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
B30 USD - 41 USD
T79 USD - 109 USD
B43 USD - 51 USD
T59 USD - 76 USD

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