Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Costa Rica and Ecuador?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica wins the Data Duel 12-5 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 Ecuador compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP of $102.9 billion, while Ecuador has $130.3 billion. Ecuador leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP per Capita of $19,970.099, while Ecuador has $7,125.276. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Costa Rica and Ecuador compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Population of 5.1 million, while Ecuador has 18.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Costa Rica and Ecuador compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Life Expectancy of 80.8, while Ecuador has 77.4. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Costa Rica and Ecuador compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP Growth of 4.6%, while Ecuador has 3.7%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 4–2

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 2–1

Environment — 2–1

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 2–0