What country is higher in elevation Panama or Mexico?

Panama is higher in elevation than Mexico. The average elevation of Panama is 85.5 meters (280.5 feet) above sea level, while the average elevation of Mexico is 1,111 meters (3,645 feet) above sea level. The highest point in Panama is Volcan Baru at 3,475 meters (11,401 feet) above sea level, while the highest point in Mexico is Pico de Orizaba at 5,636 meters (18,491 feet) above sea level.