Country Facts:
Poland vs. Romania
Learn about the similarities and differences between Poland and Romania by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Poland vs. Romania - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Poland is 120 726 mi², while the surface area of Romania is 92 043 mi². This means that the area of Poland is 31.16% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Poland has a coastline of 273.4 mi, while Romania has a coastline of 139.8 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Poland is Warsaw, with a population of about 1 735 440 people. In contrast, the largest city in Romania is Bucharest, where the population is 1 883 420.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Poland is Rysy (north-western peak), its height is 8 199 ft. The highest peak in Romania is Moldoveanu, which rises to a height of 8 346 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Poland, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Prószków, while in Romania the highest temperature was 112.1°F and was recorded in Ion Sion, Brăila County.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Poland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -41.8°F and was recorded in Siedlce, while in Romania, the lowest temperature was -37.3°F and was recorded in Bod, Braşov County.
Society
Poland vs. Romania - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Poland is about 37 846 611, while Romania is home to 19 237 691 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 78.5 years in Poland and 76.3 years in Romania.
Average age
The average age is 41.9 years in Poland and 42.5 years in Romania.
Birthrate
The birth rate is -0.23% in Poland and -0.38% in Romania.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.8% in Poland and 98.8% in Romania.
Language
In Poland, the main language is Polish, and in Romania the primary language is Romanian.
Religion
In Poland, the main religion is Christianity; in Romania, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Poland: 34 406 Int$. Romania: 31 946 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Poland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, E). Electricity in Romania: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Poland has right-hand traffic, Romania has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Poland - May, June, July, August; Romania - June, July, August.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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