Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Australia

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Australia is 2 969 907 mi². This means that the area of Australia is 18532% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Australia is Sydney, where the population is 4 840 600.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Australia the highest temperature was 123.3°F and was recorded in Oodnadatta, South Australia.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Australia is home to 25 499 884 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 37.5 years in Australia.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 96.0% in Australia.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Australia, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Australia: 52 397 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Australia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Australia - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites