Country Facts:
Spain vs. Finland
Learn about the similarities and differences between Spain and Finland by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Spain vs. Finland - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Spain is 195 365 mi², while the surface area of Finland is 130 666 mi². This means that the area of Spain is 49.51% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Spain has a coastline of 3 084.5 mi, while Finland has a coastline of 776.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Spain is Madrid, with a population of about 3 165 240 people. In contrast, the largest city in Finland is Helsinki, where the population is 626 305.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Spain is Pico del Teide, its height is 12 198 ft. The highest peak in Finland is Halti, which rises to a height of 4 344 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Spain, the highest temperature ever measured was 117°F and was recorded in Murcia, while in Finland the highest temperature was 99°F and was recorded in Liperi.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Spain, the lowest temperature ever measured was -25.6°F and was recorded in Estany Gento, while in Finland, the lowest temperature was -60.7°F and was recorded in Kittilä, Lapland.
Society
Spain vs. Finland - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Spain is about 46 754 778, while Finland is home to 5 540 720 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.2 years in Spain and 81.6 years in Finland.
Average age
The average age is 43.9 years in Spain and 42.8 years in Finland.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.03% in Spain and 0.26% in Finland.
Literacy
Literacy is 98.6% in Spain and 100.0% in Finland.
Language
In Spain, the main language is Spanish, and in Finland the primary language is Finnish, Swedish.
Religion
In Spain, the main religion is Christianity; in Finland, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Spain: 38 343 Int$. Finland: 50 811 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Spain: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Finland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Spain has right-hand traffic, Finland has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Spain - May, June, July, August, September; Finland - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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