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Head to headCoca-Cola vs Pepsi
The cola wars, settled by a nutrition formula. Spoiler: neither wins.
Pepsi takes it, 30 to 29. A 1-point gap. The cola that never stopped chasing Coke — caramel, citrus, and 41 grams of sugar. Coca-Cola’s case: The most successful sugar delivery system in history.
Tale of the tape
| Nutrient | Coca-Cola per 100ml | Pepsi per 100ml |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 39.4 ● | 41.7 |
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Total Fat | 0g | 0g |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Total Sugars | 11g ● | 11.4g |
| Sodium | 12.7mg | 8.3mg ● |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 0mg | 0mg |
Red dot marks the winner of each row. Column bases differ because chain labels are per serving — the per-100-calorie comparisons below put them on equal footing.
Where Coca-Cola wins
- No decisive edge — Coca-Cola keeps it close everywhere.
Where Pepsi wins
- Pepsi has less sodium per 100 calories (Coca-Cola has more).
Questions
Is Coca-Cola healthier than Pepsi?
By our scoring, Pepsi grades higher (30 vs 29). The full nutrient comparison is in the tale of the tape above.
Which has more protein, Coca-Cola or Pepsi?
Coca-Cola: 0g per 100 calories. Pepsi: 0g per 100 calories.
How many calories are in Coca-Cola vs Pepsi?
Coca-Cola: 39 calories per 100ml. Pepsi: 42 calories per 100ml.
A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.