Country Facts:
France vs. Brazil
Learn about the similarities and differences between France and Brazil by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
France vs. Brazil - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of France is 210 026 mi², while the surface area of Brazil is 3 287 956 mi². This means that the area of Brazil is 1466% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
France has a coastline of 3 015.5 mi, while Brazil has a coastline of 4 654.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in France is Paris, with a population of about 2 241 350 people. In contrast, the largest city in Brazil is São Paulo, where the population is 11 895 900.
Highest peak
The highest peak in France is Mont Blanc, its height is 15 781 ft. The highest peak in Brazil is Pico da Neblina, which rises to a height of 9 823 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In France, the highest temperature ever measured was 111.4°F and was recorded in Conqueyrac / Saint-Christol-les-Ales, while in Brazil the highest temperature was 112.5°F and was recorded in Bom Jesus, Piauí.
Lowest recorded temperature
In France, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Mouthe, Doubs, while in Brazil, the lowest temperature was 6.8°F and was recorded in Caçador, Santa Catarina.
Society
France vs. Brazil - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of France is about 65 273 511, while Brazil is home to 212 559 417 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.4 years in France and 75.0 years in Brazil.
Average age
The average age is 41.7 years in France and 33.2 years in Brazil.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.33% in France and 0.65% in Brazil.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in France and 93.2% in Brazil.
Language
In France, the main language is French, and in Brazil the primary language is Portuguese.
Religion
In France, the main religion is Christianity; in Brazil, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
France: 46 712 Int$. Brazil: 14 830 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in France: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Brazil: frequency and voltage are 127V / 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, N).
Driving side
France has right-hand traffic, Brazil has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: France - June, July, August; Brazil - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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