Which is bigger, a Chihuahua or a Great Dane?

By typical weight/height midpoints, the Great Dane tends to be larger overall. Chihuahua typically weighs about 2-6 lbs (mid ~4 lbs) versus Great Dane at 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 5-8 inches vs 28-32 inches. Chihuahua is small; Great Dane is large. On typical midpoints, Great Dane tends to be the larger dog.

Which is taller, Chihuahua or Great Dane?

Great Dane is typically taller at the withers (5-8 inches vs 28-32 inches).

Which weighs more, Chihuahua or Great Dane?

Great Dane usually weighs more (2-6 lbs vs 110-175 lbs).

Are Chihuahua and Great Dane the same size class?

No—Chihuahua is small and Great Dane is large.

Do males and females change the size comparison?

Often yes. Males are commonly at the high end of weight/height ranges and females at the low end. Always check the actual dog (or parents) rather than breed averages alone.

Size matchup

Chihuahua vs Great Dane: size & weight

Typical weight (2-6 lbs vs 110-175 lbs) and height (5-8 inches vs 28-32 inches)—so you can tell who’s bigger on the metrics that matter.

Great Dane typically larger

Chihuahua

small · energy 3/5

2-6 lbs

Weight mid ~4 lbs

5-8 inches

Height mid ~6.5 in

Breed profile

Great Dane

large · energy 3/5

110-175 lbs

Weight mid ~143 lbs

28-32 inches

Height mid ~30.0 in

Breed profile

Classic toy-versus-giant contrast: Chihuahuas weigh a few pounds; Danes can exceed 100 lbs and stand near three feet at the shoulder.

Typical weight

Chihuahua: 2-6 lbs (mid ~4 lbs)
Great Dane: 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs)

Great Dane usually tips the scale higher.

Typical height (withers)

Chihuahua: 5-8 inches (mid ~6.5 in)
Great Dane: 28-32 inches (mid ~30.0 in)

Great Dane is typically taller at the shoulder.

Size class & fit

Chihuahua

small · lifespan 14-16 years

Charming, Graceful, Sassy

Great Dane

large · lifespan 7-10 years

Gentle, Friendly, Patient

Size drives food bills, car space, crate size, and how hard a jump lands on kids and seniors. Pair this page with lifestyle compare when temperament matters as much as inches.

Planning verdict

Lean Chihuahua

Lean Chihuahua if you want a small dog around 2-6 lbs and 5-8 inches, with energy 3/5.

Lean Great Dane

Lean Great Dane if you prefer large size near 110-175 lbs and 28-32 inches, with energy 3/5.

FAQs

Which is bigger, a Chihuahua or a Great Dane?: By typical weight/height midpoints, the Great Dane tends to be larger overall. Chihuahua typically weighs about 2-6 lbs (mid ~4 lbs) versus Great Dane at 110-175 lbs (mid ~143 lbs). Height at the shoulder is commonly listed around 5-8 inches vs 28-32 inches. Chihuahua is small; Great Dane is large. On typical midpoints, Great Dane tends to be the larger dog.
Which is taller, Chihuahua or Great Dane?: Great Dane is typically taller at the withers (5-8 inches vs 28-32 inches).
Which weighs more, Chihuahua or Great Dane?: Great Dane usually weighs more (2-6 lbs vs 110-175 lbs).
Are Chihuahua and Great Dane the same size class?: No—Chihuahua is small and Great Dane is large.
Do males and females change the size comparison?: Often yes. Males are commonly at the high end of weight/height ranges and females at the low end. Always check the actual dog (or parents) rather than breed averages alone.

Related size matchups

References

How to Choose the Right Dog Breed — American Kennel Club (AKC)
How Long Will Your Dog Live? Size Matters — American Kennel Club (AKC)
General Dog Care — ASPCA