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Mexico
Italy
Area Comparison
Mexico City is 1.2x larger than Rome
Population Comparison
Mexico City has 3.2x more people than Rome
Yes — Mexico City is 1.2x larger than Rome by area. Mexico City spans 1,485 km² (573 mi²) while Rome covers 1,285 km² (496 mi²) — a difference of 200 km².
To put Mexico City's size in perspective, its area of 1,485 km² is roughly the same size as London. Meanwhile, Rome at 1,285 km² is about 1.2x smaller than London.
Mexico's capital and largest city. Known as "CDMX", Mexico City covers 1,485 km² with a population of 9.2 million. The city was established in 1325. Mexico City is known for Zócalo plaza, Chapultepec Castle, Frida Kahlo Museum, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the Mexico City Metro.
Mexico City is sinking 50 cm per year because it was built on a lake bed
Italy's capital and a city of ancient history. Nicknamed "The Eternal City", Rome has an area of 1,285 km² and is home to 2.9 million people. The city dates back to 753 BC. Visitors come for Colosseum, Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, and much more. Getting around is easy with the Rome Metro.
Rome contains an entire independent country within its borders — Vatican City, the world's smallest state
Looking beyond city limits, the Mexico City metropolitan area covers 7,854 km², which is 1.5x larger than greater Rome at 5,352 km². The Mexico City metro area is also more populous, with 21.8 million people compared to 4.3 million.
Mexico City has a population density of 6,202 people per km² — a densely populated city. Rome, with 2,233 people per km², is a moderately dense city. Mexico City is noticeably denser, packing 2.8 times more people per square kilometer.
This comparison spans continents — Mexico City in North America versus Rome in Europe. Despite the geographic distance, comparing their sizes reveals surprising insights about how cities grow worldwide.
Mexico City has a subtropical highland climate while Rome experiences Mediterranean conditions. When it's noon in Rome, it's 5:00 AM in Mexico City — a 7-hour time difference.
Density Gap
Mexico City is 2.8x more densely populated
Time Difference
7 hours apart
History
Rome is ~2,078 years older
The straight-line distance from Mexico City to Rome is 10,240 km (6,363 miles), with an estimated flight time of ~12h 33m. See full distance details, including timezone difference and city facts.
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