Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Costa Rica and Malta?

Accepted Answer

Malta wins the Data Duel 13-6 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 Malta compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP of $102.9 billion, while Malta has $27.8 billion. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP per Capita of $19,970.099, while Malta has $47,906.9. Malta leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Costa Rica and Malta compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Population of 5.1 million, while Malta has 574,346. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Costa Rica and Malta compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Life Expectancy of 80.8, while Malta has 83.5. Malta leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Costa Rica and Malta compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP Growth of 4.6%, while Malta has 4.0%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–3

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 1–4

Environment — 2–1

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–2