Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Ireland and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Ireland 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 Ireland and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Ireland has a GDP of $721.7 billion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Ireland leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Ireland has a GDP per Capita of $131,592.463, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Ireland leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Ireland and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Ireland has a Population of 5.4 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Ireland and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Ireland has a Life Expectancy of 82.9, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Ireland leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Ireland and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Ireland has a GDP Growth of 12.3%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Ireland leads on this indicator.

Economy — 5–1

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 5–0

Environment — 0–3

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1