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Country Facts:
Canada vs. Benin

Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada 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

Canada vs. Benin - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Benin is 43 484 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 8766% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
3 855 103 mi²
43 484 mi²

Coastline length

Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Benin has a coastline of 75.2 mi.

125 566.7 mi
75.2 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Canada is Toronto, with a population of about 2 615 060 people. In contrast, the largest city in Benin is Cotonou, where the population is 779 314.

2 615 060 ppl
779 314 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Benin is Mont Sokbaro, which rises to a height of 2 159 ft.

19 551 ft
Mount Logan
2 159 ft
Mont Sokbaro

Highest recorded temperature

113°F
Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan
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Lowest recorded temperature

-81.4°F
Snag, Yukon
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Society

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

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Benin is home to 12 123 200 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
37 742 154 ppl
12 123 200 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 61.8 years in Benin.

83.6 years
61.8 years

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 17 years in Benin.

41.8 years
17 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 3.36% in Benin.

0.77%
3.36%

Literacy

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

99.0%
42.4%

Language

In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Benin the primary language is French.

english, french
french

Religion

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

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

17 971 000 ppl
Ranking: 28/179
255 000 ppl
Ranking: 18/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. Benin: 3 504 Int$.

48 091 Int$
Ranking: 30/194
3 504 Int$
Ranking: 20/194

Currency

Canada: Canadian Dollar (CAD). Benin: CFA Franc BCEAO (XOF).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CAD
Canadian Dollar
XOF
CFA Franc BCEAO

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Benin: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).

120V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, E

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

EURUSDCADXOF

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; 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 France (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Electronic visa required
A visa is required but can be obtained online (e-Visa).
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
B68 EUR - 89 EUR
T148 EUR - 200 EUR
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