Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Costa Rica and Belgium?

Accepted Answer

Belgium wins the Data Duel 12-7 across 26 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Costa Rica and Belgium compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP of $102.9 billion, while Belgium has $725.5 billion. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Costa Rica and Belgium compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP per Capita of $19,970.099, while Belgium has $60,750.274. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Costa Rica and Belgium compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Population of 5.1 million, while Belgium has 11.9 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Costa Rica and Belgium compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Life Expectancy of 80.8, while Belgium has 82.4. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Costa Rica and Belgium compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP Growth of 4.6%, while Belgium has 1.0%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 2–4

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 1–4

Environment — 3–0

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1