Which is bigger: Chile or Zambia?

Chile is larger (756,102 km²) — about 1.0 times the size of Zambia (752,612 km²).

Why do Chile and Zambia look different on the map than in reality?

The common Mercator projection enlarges areas the farther they lie from the equator, so the on-map size proportions of Chile and Zambia are distorted compared to their true land area.

Chile vs Zambia Size Comparison

Discover the true size difference between Chile and Zambia. Compare their overlaid silhouettes and learn how the Mercator projection distorts scale.

Direct Silhouette Overlay (same scale)

Comparison of shapes at the exact same, real geographic scale. Click or tap and drag either silhouette to adjust positioning manually.

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Chile ↗

Surface Area756,102 km²

Population18,729,160

TypeCountry

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Zambia ↗

Surface Area752,612 km²

Population17,351,822

TypeCountry

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