India vs Argentina: which is bigger?
India is larger by mapped area: approximately 1.13 times the area of Argentina in our map dataset.
These are approximate polygon areas, not official land-area or total-area figures. The maps below use the same area scale.
The maps at a shared scale
India
Argentina
Outlines above use the same area scale. They are not shown in their geographic positions.
| Place | Area |
|---|---|
| India | ≈ 3,155,817 km² |
| Argentina | ≈ 2,782,696 km² |
India covers about 373,121 km² more mapped area, or 13.4% more than Argentina. The ratio compares area, not width or population.
Why this comparison can surprise you
Argentina is long and narrow, while India has a broad northern section that tapers southward. Shape length can be a tempting but unreliable shortcut. Comparing equal-area footprints separates that visual impression from the actual area represented in this dataset.
What these numbers mean
Both values are calculated from Natural Earth v5.1.2 country boundaries at 1:50 million scale. Lakes, islands and overseas areas follow the source polygons. Display paths are simplified after area is calculated. You can inspect the source record and our full methodology and coverage notes.
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