While it's not quite Ali vs. Frazier, Tuesday's faceoff between Katie Couric and Sarah Palin on opposing morning shows has some viewers wishing for a war of words. Here's a look at how the pair measures up.

Career Highlight:

Couric: Her 15-year run as queen of the morning on the "Today" show.

Sarah Palin: Her electrifying speech at the 2008 Republican National Convention marking the national debut of a political powerhouse.

Career Lowlight:

Couric: Her rocky tenure as the first solo female anchor of the "CBS Evening News."

Palin: Her rocky interview with Couric in fall 2008.

Signature Features:

Couric: Legs and biceps.

Palin: Stylish specs, scarlet blazers.

Linked Professionally With:

Couric: Matt Lauer, her co-host on "Today."

Palin: John McCain, her 2008 GOP running mate.

Juicy Tell-Alls:

Couric: "Katie: The Real Story" (2007), Edward Klein.

Palin: "The Rogue: Searching for the Real Sarah Palin" (2011), Joe McGinniss.

Opposing Camps:

Couric: ABC's Times Square Studio.

Palin: NBC's Studio 1A, Rockefeller Center.