Country Facts:
France vs. Vietnam
Learn about the similarities and differences between France and Vietnam by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
France vs. Vietnam - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of France is 210 026 mi², while the surface area of Vietnam is 127 882 mi². This means that the area of France is 64.23% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
France has a coastline of 3 015.5 mi, while Vietnam has a coastline of 2 140.0 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 Vietnam is Ho Chi Minh, where the population is 7 981 900.
Highest peak
The highest peak in France is Mont Blanc, its height is 15 781 ft. The highest peak in Vietnam is Fan Si Pan, which rises to a height of 10 312 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 Vietnam the highest temperature was 108.9°F and was recorded in Con Cuong.
Lowest recorded temperature
In France, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Mouthe, Doubs, while in Vietnam, the lowest temperature was 21°F and was recorded in Sa Pa.
Society
France vs. Vietnam - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of France is about 65 273 511, while Vietnam is home to 97 338 579 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 82.4 years in France and 75.3 years in Vietnam.
Average age
The average age is 41.7 years in France and 31.9 years in Vietnam.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.33% in France and 1% in Vietnam.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in France and 95.8% in Vietnam.
Language
In France, the main language is French, and in Vietnam the primary language is Vietnamese.
Religion
In France, the main religion is Christianity; in Vietnam, the main religion is Buddhism.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
France: 46 712 Int$. Vietnam: 8 647 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in France: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Vietnam: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: A, C, D).
Driving side
France has right-hand traffic, Vietnam has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: France - June, July, August; Vietnam - January, February, March, April, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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