Navy comparison: 
Canada vs 
Peru
Canada operates a fleet of 102 ships compared to 79 for Peru. Of these, 33 and 77 are in active service respectively.
SEAS (Sea Equipment Aggregate Strength) Index face-off Full ranking →
CanadaWorld #26
23.4
SEAS Index / 100
Canada leads overall, ahead on 1 of 5 categories
PeruWorld #30
22.8
Canada
Peru
Bars: weighted contribution to the SEAS Index (hulls × category weight) · figures: active hulls at each side's latest inventory year · Methodology
Key figures as of 2026
| Canada | Peru | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official name | Royal Canadian Navy | Peruvian Navy | |
| Total ships | 102 | 79 | 🇨🇦 1.3× |
| Active ships | 33 | 77 | 🇵🇪 2.3× |
| On order / planned | 29 | 0 | 🇨🇦 |
| Submarines | 4 | 5 | 🇵🇪 1.2× |
| Principal surface combatants | 12 | 8 | 🇨🇦 1.5× |
| Amphibious ships | 0 | 3 | 🇵🇪 |
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| Patrol boats | 16 | 17 | 🇵🇪 1.1× |
| Coastal boats | 0 | 8 | 🇵🇪 |
| Auxiliaries | 1 | 36 | 🇵🇪 36× |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which country has more naval ships, Canada or Peru?
Canada has a larger navy with 102 ships compared to Peru's 79 ships.
Which navy has more submarines, Canada or Peru?
Canada operates more submarines with 16 compared to Peru's 6.
Which navy has more destroyers, Canada or Peru?
Canada operates 15 destroyers compared to Peru's 0.
Which navy has more frigates, Canada or Peru?
Canada operates 12 frigates compared to Peru's 8.