Knackwurst vs. Chorizo — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between knackwurst and chorizo?
- The amount of vitamin B12, vitamin B6, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, zinc, vitamin B3, selenium, and vitamin B2 in chorizo is higher than in knackwurst.
- Chorizo's daily need coverage for vitamin B12 is 34% more.
We used Knackwurst, knockwurst, pork,, beef and Chorizo, pork, and beef types in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +37.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -24.7% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +100% |
| Contains more IronIron | +140.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +105.4% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +53.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +90.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +56.3% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +159.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +36.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +84.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +114.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +87.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +211.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +69.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +75.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
11.1 g
Fats:
27.7 g
Carbs:
3.2 g
Water:
55.3 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
24.1 g
Fats:
38.27 g
Carbs:
1.86 g
Water:
31.85 g
Other:
3.92 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +72% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +73.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +117.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +38.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +45.2% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
10.21 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
12.81 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.92 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
14.38 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
18.4 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
3.46 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -29% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +43.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +18.5% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.18µg | 2µg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17mg | 0.53mg | 28% |
| Protein | 11.1g | 24.1g | 26% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.342mg | 0.63mg | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 10.21g | 14.38g | 19% |
| Fats | 27.7g | 38.27g | 16% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.32mg | 1.12mg | 16% |
| Zinc | 1.66mg | 3.41mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.734mg | 5.131mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 13.5µg | 21.1µg | 14% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 12.81g | 18.4g | 14% |
| Sodium | 930mg | 1235mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.14mg | 0.3mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.66mg | 1.59mg | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 60mg | 88mg | 9% |
| Choline | 55mg | 96.7mg | 8% |
| Calories | 307kcal | 455kcal | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 98mg | 150mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 398mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.92g | 3.46g | 4% |
| Vitamin D | 44IU | 61IU | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.57mg | 0.22mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 18mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 1.5µg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.021mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 3.2g | 1.86g | N/A |
| Carbs | 3.2g | 1.86g | 0% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 8mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 1.6µg | 1.6µg | 0% |
| Folate | 2µg | 2µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.138mg | 0.278mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.432mg | 1.473mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.639mg | 2.206mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.874mg | 1.708mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 1.01mg | 2.414mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.276mg | 0.47mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.501mg | 1.149mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.639mg | 0.914mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.314mg | 0.721mg | 0% |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
65%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
58%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Knackwurst is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Knackwurst contains less Sodium (difference - 305mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Knackwurst is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.17g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Knackwurst is lower in glycemic index (difference - 28)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Chorizo is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Chorizo is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar (0 g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)