Arcanine vs Suicune: Which Is Better?
Quick answer: Suicune is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups — full breakdown below.
Base Stats Comparison
Arcanine wins 3 stats, Suicune wins 3 stats.
Arcanine attacking Suicune
Not very effective
Suicune attacking Arcanine
Super effective!
Physical Attributes
| Arcanine | Suicune | |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 1.9m | 2.0m |
| Weight | 155.0kg | 187.0kg |
Abilities
Verdict: Which Is Better?
Suicune is the better overall pick based on base stats and type matchups.
- Suicune has a higher base stat total (580 vs 555).
- Suicune hits Arcanine for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Competitive usage (VGC, June 2026): Arcanine is ranked #91 (on 0.2% of teams), Suicune is outside the usage rankings.
Verdict is computed from base stats and type effectiveness only — abilities, movepools, and format rules can change the picture in real battles.
Arcanine vs Suicune — FAQ
Is Arcanine better than Suicune?
Based on base stats and type matchups, Suicune is the better overall pick. Suicune has a higher base stat total (580 vs 555); Suicune hits Arcanine for 2x damage while only taking 0.5x back.
Who would win a battle, Arcanine or Suicune?
Suicune has the type advantage — it deals 2x damage while taking 0.5x in return. Arcanine is faster (95 vs 85 base Speed) and usually moves first.
Does Arcanine or Suicune have better stats?
Suicune has the higher base stat total (580 vs 555). Suicune is bulkier, while Arcanine hits harder.