Is Vladimir Putin taller than Barack Obama?
No. Barack Obama is taller than Vladimir Putin by 16.7 cm (6.6 in).
The readings behind Vladimir Putin vs Barack Obama
Vladimir Putin is commonly listed at 5 ft 7 in (170 cm). See Vladimir Putin’s readings.
Barack Obama is listed by The Obama White House at 6 ft 1.5 in (186.7 cm). See Barack Obama’s readings.
In the politicians listed here, Vladimir Putin ranks 7 and Barack Obama ranks 5 among 8, from tallest to shortest. Tied figures share a rank. This is our published selection, including historical records.
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Closest available comparisons
Vladimir Putin
- Vladimir Putin vs Stephen Miller: Stephen Miller is taller than Vladimir Putin by 7.8 cm (3.1 in).
- Vladimir Putin vs Dana Perino: Vladimir Putin is taller than Dana Perino by 12.5 cm (4.9 in).
Barack Obama
- Barack Obama vs JD Vance: JD Vance is taller than Barack Obama by 1.3 cm (0.5 in).
- Barack Obama vs Donald Trump: Donald Trump is taller than Barack Obama by 1.5 in (3.8 cm).
- Barack Obama vs Charlie Kirk: Charlie Kirk is taller than Barack Obama by 6.3 cm (2.5 in).
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