Here's a breakdown:
* Size: While there are variations within each species, tigers are generally longer and heavier than lions. The Siberian tiger is the largest subspecies of tiger, reaching up to 11 feet in length and weighing over 700 pounds. Male lions, on the other hand, average around 6-8 feet long and weigh 350-550 pounds.
* Weight: The average weight of a male tiger is around 450 pounds, while the average weight of a male lion is around 400 pounds.
* Height: The tallest tigers can reach up to 4 feet tall at the shoulder, while lions can reach up to 3.5 feet tall.
However, it's important to remember that:
* Individual variation: There are always exceptions. Some individual lions might be larger than some individual tigers.
* Subspecies: The size of both lions and tigers varies greatly between subspecies. For example, the Bengal tiger is smaller than the Siberian tiger.
Overall, though, tigers are generally considered to be the larger of the two big cats.