| Attribute | Urmia × | Maracaibo × |
|---|---|---|
| Bordering countries | ||
| Surface Area (km²) | 5960 | 13010 |
| Mean Depth (m) | 5 | - |
| Volume (km³) | 45 | 280 |
| Morphogenesis/Dam | Tectonic ( lateral damming ) | Tectonic ( downwarp ) and Coastal ( lagoon ) |
| Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 37.642 | 9.722 |
| Longitude | 45.452 | -71.527 |