Country Facts:
Canada vs. Sweden
Learn about the similarities and differences between Canada and Sweden by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Canada vs. Sweden - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Canada is 3 855 103 mi², while the surface area of Sweden is 173 860 mi². This means that the area of Canada is 2117% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Canada has a coastline of 125 566.7 mi, while Sweden has a coastline of 1 999.6 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 Sweden is Stockholm, where the population is 914 909.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Canada is Mount Logan, its height is 19 551 ft. The highest peak in Sweden is Kebnekaise, which rises to a height of 6 903 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Canada, the highest temperature ever measured was 113°F and was recorded in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan, while in Sweden the highest temperature was 100.4°F and was recorded in Ultuna, Uppsala County / Målilla, Kalmar County.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Canada, the lowest temperature ever measured was -81.4°F and was recorded in Snag, Yukon, while in Sweden, the lowest temperature was -63.4°F and was recorded in Malgovik, Västerbotten County.
Society
Canada vs. Sweden - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Canada is about 37 742 154, while Sweden is home to 10 099 265 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.6 years in Canada and 82.6 years in Sweden.
Average age
The average age is 41.8 years in Canada and 41.1 years in Sweden.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.77% in Canada and 0.74% in Sweden.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Canada and 99.0% in Sweden.
Language
In Canada, the main language is English, French, and in Sweden the primary language is Swedish.
Religion
In Canada, the main religion is Christianity; in Sweden, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Canada: 48 091 Int$. Sweden: 54 930 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Canada: frequency and voltage are 120V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Sweden: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Canada has right-hand traffic, Sweden has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Canada - June, July, August; Sweden - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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