Country Facts:
Canada vs. Madagascar
Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Madagascar 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. Madagascar - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Madagascar is 226 658 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 1601% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Madagascar has a coastline of 3 000.0 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 Madagascar is Antananarivo, where the population is 1 849 000.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Madagascar is Maromokotro, which rises to a height of 9 436 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Madagascar the highest temperature was 110.5°F and was recorded in Ejeda.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Madagascar, the lowest temperature was 12.2°F and was recorded in Mount Andringitra.
Society
Canada vs. Madagascar - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Madagascar is home to 27 691 018 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 67.9 years in Madagascar.
Average age
The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 20.3 years in Madagascar.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 2.31% in Madagascar.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 76.7% in Madagascar.
Language
In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Madagascar the primary language is Malagasy, French.
Religion
In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Madagascar, the main religion is Indigenous Traditional Religions.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Canada: 48 091 Int$. Madagascar: 1 544 Int$.
Currency
Canada: Canadian Dollar (CAD). Madagascar: Malagasy Ariary (MGA).
Tools: Currency CalculatorPractical information
Electricity
Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Madagascar: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E).
Driving side
Canada has right-hand traffic, Madagascar has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Madagascar - July, August, September, October.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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