Country Facts:
Colombia vs. New Zealand
Learn about the similarities and differences between Colombia and New Zealand by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
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Geography
Colombia vs. New Zealand - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Colombia is 440 831 mi², while the surface area of New Zealand is 104 428 mi². This means that the area of Colombia is 322% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Colombia has a coastline of 1 993.4 mi, while New Zealand has a coastline of 9 403.8 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Colombia is Bogotá, with a population of about 7 976 700 people. In contrast, the largest city in New Zealand is Auckland, where the population is 440 710.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Colombia is Pico Simón Bolívar, its height is 18 701 ft. The highest peak in New Zealand is Aoraki/Mount Cookin the South Island, which rises to a height of 12 218 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Colombia, the highest temperature ever measured was 108.1°F and was recorded in Puerto Salgar, Cundinamarca Department, while in New Zealand the highest temperature was 108.3°F and was recorded in Rangiora, Canterbury and Jordan, Marlborough.
Lowest recorded temperature
Society
Colombia vs. New Zealand - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Colombia is about 50 882 891, while New Zealand is home to 4 822 233 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 76.9 years in Colombia and 82.3 years in New Zealand.
Average age
The average age is 31.2 years in Colombia and 37.2 years in New Zealand.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 1.04% in Colombia and 1.28% in New Zealand.
Literacy
Literacy is 95.6% in Colombia and 99.0% in New Zealand.
Language
In Colombia, the main language is Spanish, and in New Zealand the primary language is English, Maori.
Religion
In Colombia, the main religion is Christianity; in New Zealand, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Colombia: 14 570 Int$. New Zealand: 44 213 Int$.
Currency
Colombia: Colombian Peso (COP). New Zealand: New Zealand Dollar (NZD).
Tools: Currency CalculatorPractical information
Electricity
Electricity in Colombia: frequency and voltage are 110V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in New Zealand: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).
Driving side
Colombia has right-hand traffic, New Zealand has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Colombia - January, February, December; New Zealand - January, February, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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