Alligator vs Cape Buffalo
Who would win?
Alligator toss-up
| Alligator | Cape Buffalo | |
|---|---|---|
| 67 | Power index | 66.9 |
| A | Tier | A |
| #18 | Rank | #19 |
| 200 kg | Weight | 750 kg |
| 3.5 m | Length | 2.7 m |
| — | Height | 1.5 m |
| — | Top speed | — |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 50 years | Lifespan | 20 years |
Alligator wins this matchup 50% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from attack (84 vs 76). Its power index is 67 against 66.9 for the Cape Buffalo.
Size matters here: a typical adult Cape Buffalo weighs about 750 kg (1,653 lb), roughly 3.8× the Alligator's 200 kg. Despite that, the Alligator's weapons and fighting stats carry the day.
The Cape Buffalo's best chance is its stamina (73 vs 40), plus abilities like Boss-Backed Collision and Reciprocal Defense. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, Alligator or Cape Buffalo?
Alligator. Alligator wins this matchup 50% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 3 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from attack (84 vs 76). Its power index is 67 against 66.9 for the Cape Buffalo.
Which is bigger, the Alligator or the Cape Buffalo?
The Cape Buffalo (750 kg) is heavier than the Alligator (200 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the Cape Buffalo is more agile (55 vs 49).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works