Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Indonesia
Learn about the similarities and differences between Switzerland and Indonesia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
Table of contents
Geography
Switzerland vs. Indonesia - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Indonesia is 735 358 mi². This means that the area of Indonesia is 4513% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Switzerland has a coastline of 0.0 mi, while Indonesia has a coastline of 33 998.9 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Indonesia is Jakarta, where the population is 11 374 000.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Switzerland is Monte Rosa, its height is 15 203 ft. The highest peak in Indonesia is Puncak Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid), which rises to a height of 16 024 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Indonesia the highest temperature was 103.1°F and was recorded in Semarang, Central Java & Jatiwangi, Cirebon, West Java.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Switzerland, the lowest temperature ever measured was -43.2°F and was recorded in La Brévine, while in Indonesia, the lowest temperature was 21.9°F and was recorded in Kertasarie Estate.
Society
Switzerland vs. Indonesia - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Indonesia is home to 273 523 615 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 83.0 years in Switzerland and 72.8 years in Indonesia.
Average age
The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 31.1 years in Indonesia.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.65% in Switzerland and 0.81% in Indonesia.
Literacy
Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 96.0% in Indonesia.
Language
In Switzerland, the main language is German, French, Italian, and in Indonesia the primary language is Indonesian.
Religion
In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Indonesia, the main religion is Islam.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Indonesia: 12 068 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Indonesia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).
Driving side
Switzerland has right-hand traffic, Indonesia has left-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Indonesia - May, June, July, August, September.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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