Topographic Map

This is an example of a topographic map of the city of Tallahassee. This map is characterized by large-scale detail and quantitative representation of relief, using contour lines.
















Source: http://www.topoquest.com/map-detail.php?usgs_cell_id=44226

Planimetric Map

This is an example of a Planimetric map of Newport Beach, California.  Planimetric maps are characterized by being a "surface map" and most are used to show streets, and help with directions.












Source: http://mermaps.blogspot.com/2008/09/planimetric-map.html