Gorilla vs African Lion
Who would win?
Gorilla toss-up
| Gorilla | African Lion | |
|---|---|---|
| 62 | Power index | 60.3 |
| A | Tier | B |
| #36 | Rank | #50 |
| 195 kg | Weight | 190 kg |
| 1.5 m | Length | 2.1 m |
| 1.5 m | Height | 1.15 m |
| — | Top speed | 53 km/h |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 40 years | Lifespan | 12 years |
Gorilla wins this matchup 53% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 4 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from intelligence (89 vs 66). Its power index is 62 against 60.3 for the African Lion.
The two are close in size (195 kg vs 190 kg), so the fight comes down to weapons, defense and technique rather than mass.
The African Lion's best chance is its agility (72 vs 55), plus abilities like Ambush Grapple and Coalition Instinct. This one is close enough that terrain, first contact and motivation could flip it.
Who would win, Gorilla or African Lion?
Gorilla. Gorilla wins this matchup 53% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (toss-up). It leads in 4 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from intelligence (89 vs 66). Its power index is 62 against 60.3 for the African Lion.
Which is bigger, the Gorilla or the African Lion?
The Gorilla (195 kg) is heavier than the African Lion (190 kg).
Which is faster?
No reliable top speed exists for both, but the African Lion is more agile (72 vs 55).
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works