Country Facts:
Mexico vs. South Africa

Country area

The surface area of Mexico is 758 449 mi², while the surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi². This means that the area of Mexico is 60.88% larger.

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 South Africa is Johannesburg, where the population is 4 434 830.

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 South Africa the highest temperature was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape.

Population

The population of Mexico is about 128 932 753, while South Africa is home to 59 308 690 people.

Average age

The average age is 29.3 years in Mexico and 28 years in South Africa.

Literacy

Literacy is 95.2% in Mexico and 95.0% in South Africa.

Religion

In Mexico, the main religion is Christianity; in South Africa, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Mexico: 18 794 Int$. South Africa: 13 356 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Mexico: frequency and voltage are 127V 60 Hz (plug type: A, B). Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Mexico - January, February, March, December; South Africa - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites