Country Facts:
Mexico vs. Brazil
Learn about the similarities and differences between Mexico and Brazil by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Mexico vs. Brazil - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Mexico is 758 449 mi², while the surface area of Brazil is 3 287 956 mi². This means that the area of Brazil is 334% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Mexico has a coastline of 5 797.4 mi, while Brazil has a coastline of 4 654.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Mexico is Mexico City, with a population of about 8 851 080 people. In contrast, the largest city in Brazil is São Paulo, where the population is 11 895 900.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Mexico is Volcán Citlaltépetl (Pico de Orizaba), its height is 18 491 ft. The highest peak in Brazil is Pico da Neblina, which rises to a height of 9 823 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Mexico, the highest temperature ever measured was 125.6°F and was recorded in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, while in Brazil the highest temperature was 112.5°F and was recorded in Bom Jesus, Piauí.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Mexico, the lowest temperature ever measured was -20.2°F and was recorded in Rancho Los Lamentos, Chihuahua, while in Brazil, the lowest temperature was 6.8°F and was recorded in Caçador, Santa Catarina.
Society
Mexico vs. Brazil - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Mexico is about 128 932 753, while Brazil is home to 212 559 417 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 76.9 years in Mexico and 75.0 years in Brazil.
Average age
The average age is 29.3 years in Mexico and 33.2 years in Brazil.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 1.04% in Mexico and 0.65% in Brazil.
Literacy
Literacy is 95.2% in Mexico and 93.2% in Brazil.
Language
In Mexico, the main language is Spanish, and in Brazil the primary language is Portuguese.
Religion
In Mexico, the main religion is Christianity; in Brazil, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Mexico: 18 794 Int$. Brazil: 14 830 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Mexico: frequency and voltage are 127V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in Brazil: frequency and voltage are 127V / 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, N).
Driving side
Mexico has right-hand traffic, Brazil has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Mexico - January, February, March, December; Brazil - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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