- Location
The French Alps are located in Europe, while the Rocky Mountains are located in North America.
- Size
The French Alps cover an area of approximately 120,000 square kilometers, while the Rocky Mountains cover an area of approximately 480,000 square kilometers. The Rocky Mountains are therefore almost four times larger than the French Alps.
- Elevation
The highest peak in the French Alps is Mont Blanc, which has an elevation of 4,809 meters. The highest peak in the Rocky Mountains is Mount Elbert, which has an elevation of 4,401 meters. Mont Blanc is therefore slightly higher than Mount Elbert.
- Climate
The French Alps have a continental climate, with cold winters and hot summers. The Rocky Mountains also have a continental climate, but the climate is more variable, with greater temperature extremes.
- Vegetation
The French Alps are mostly covered in forests, with some alpine meadows at higher elevations. The Rocky Mountains are also mostly covered in forests, but there are also areas of grassland, desert, and tundra.
- Wildlife
The French Alps are home to a variety of wildlife, including chamois, ibex, and marmots. The Rocky Mountains are also home to a variety of wildlife, including bears, elk, and moose.
- Human settlement
The French Alps are more densely populated than the Rocky Mountains. There are many towns and villages in the French Alps, while there are fewer towns and villages in the Rocky Mountains.
- Tourism
The French Alps are a popular tourist destination, with many people visiting to ski, hike, and climb. The Rocky Mountains are also a popular tourist destination, with many people visiting to hike, camp, and fish.
