Country Facts:
Mexico vs. New Zealand
Learn about the similarities and differences between Mexico 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
Mexico vs. New Zealand - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Mexico is 758 449 mi², while the surface area of New Zealand is 104 428 mi². This means that the area of Mexico is 626% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Mexico has a coastline of 5 797.4 mi, while New Zealand has a coastline of 9 403.8 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 New Zealand is Auckland, where the population is 440 710.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Mexico is Volcán Citlaltépetl (Pico de Orizaba), its height is 18 491 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 Mexico, the highest temperature ever measured was 125.6°F and was recorded in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, while in New Zealand the highest temperature was 108.3°F and was recorded in Rangiora, Canterbury and Jordan, Marlborough.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Mexico, the lowest temperature ever measured was -20.2°F and was recorded in Rancho Los Lamentos, Chihuahua, while in New Zealand, the lowest temperature was -14.1°F and was recorded in Ranfurly, Central Otago.
Society
Mexico vs. New Zealand - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Mexico is about 128 932 753, while New Zealand is home to 4 822 233 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 76.9 years in Mexico and 82.3 years in New Zealand.
Average age
The average age is 29.3 years in Mexico and 37.2 years in New Zealand.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 1.04% in Mexico and 1.28% in New Zealand.
Literacy
Literacy is 95.2% in Mexico and 99.0% in New Zealand.
Language
In Mexico, the main language is Spanish, and in New Zealand the primary language is English, Maori.
Religion
In Mexico, the main religion is Christianity; in New Zealand, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Mexico: 18 794 Int$. New Zealand: 44 213 Int$.
Currency
Mexico: Mexican Peso (MXN). New Zealand: New Zealand Dollar (NZD).
Tools: Currency CalculatorPractical information
Electricity
Electricity in Mexico: frequency and voltage are 127V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in New Zealand: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).
Driving side
Mexico 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: Mexico - January, February, March, 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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