Which is bigger: Dominica or Tonga?

Dominica is larger (751 km²) — about 1.0 times the size of Tonga (747 km²).

Why do Dominica and Tonga 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 Dominica and Tonga are distorted compared to their true land area.

Dominica vs Tonga Size Comparison

Discover the true size difference between Dominica and Tonga. 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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Dominica ↗

Surface Area751 km²

Population72,000

TypeCountry

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Tonga ↗

Surface Area747 km²

Population105,000

TypeCountry

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