What two factors created rivalries between European countries in the new world?

Two key factors that created rivalries between European countries in the New World were competition for land and resources, particularly gold and silver, and religious differences, particularly between Catholic and Protestant nations. The desire for territorial expansion led to conflicts over colonization claims, while religious motivations fueled tensions and hostilities, as nations sought to spread their faith and undermine their rivals. These elements combined to escalate conflicts, such as the Spanish, French, and British confrontations in North America.