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Country Facts:
Canada vs. Algeria

Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Algeria 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. Algeria - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Algeria is 919 595 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 319% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
3 855 103 mi²
919 595 mi²

Coastline length

Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Algeria has a coastline of 620.1 mi.

125 566.7 mi
620.1 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 Algeria is Algiers, where the population is 3 415 810.

2 615 060 ppl
3 415 810 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Algeria is Mount Tahat, which rises to a height of 9 852 ft.

19 551 ft
Mount Logan
9 852 ft
Mount Tahat

Highest recorded temperature

In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Algeria the highest temperature was 123.1°F and was recorded in In Salah, Tamanrasset Province.

113°F
Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan
123.1°F
In Salah, Tamanrasset Province

Lowest recorded temperature

In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Algeria, the lowest temperature was -4°F and was recorded in Batna, Batna Province.

-81.4°F
Snag, Yukon
-4°F
Batna, Batna Province

Society

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

Population

The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Algeria is home to 43 851 044 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
37 742 154 ppl
43 851 044 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 77.8 years in Algeria.

83.6 years
77.8 years

Average age

The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 28.9 years in Algeria.

41.8 years
28.9 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 1.41% in Algeria.

0.77%
1.41%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 81.4% in Algeria.

99.0%
81.4%

Language

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

english, french
arabic

Religion

In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Algeria, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

17 971 000 ppl
Ranking: 17/174
1 710 000 ppl
Ranking: 80/174

Economy

GDP per capita

Canada: 48 091 Int$. Algeria: 11 320 Int$.

48 091 Int$
Ranking: 23/194
11 320 Int$
Ranking: 112/194

Currency

Canada: Canadian Dollar (CAD). Algeria: Algerian Dinar (DZD).

Tools: Currency Calculator
CAD
Canadian Dollar
DZD
Algerian Dinar

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Algeria: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

120V 60 Hz
Plug type: A, B
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

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

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDDZDEURCAD

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Algeria - January, February, November, 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 required
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B75 USD - 97 USD
T152 USD - 205 USD
B45 USD - 53 USD
T58 USD - 80 USD

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