| Asia | Europe |
| i. It is the largest continent, both by area and population. | It is the smallest continent by area and the most developed. |
| ii. It is located on the eastern hemisphere | It is located at the centre of the earth. |
| iii. Both hot and cold deserts are located here. | There are no deserts here. |
| iv. It has a variety of mineral deposits. | Mineral resources are limited, except for coal & iron. |
| v. The Bering Strait separates Asia and North America. | The Strait of Gibraltar separates Europe from Africa. |
| vi. The important parallels such as the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Arctic Circle pass through it. | Only the Arctic Circle passes through it. |
