Country Facts:
Switzerland vs. Malaysia

Country area

The surface area of Switzerland is 15 940 mi², while the surface area of Malaysia is 127 724 mi². This means that the area of Malaysia is 701% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in Switzerland is Zürich, with a population of about 390 474 people. In contrast, the largest city in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, where the population is 1 627 170.

Highest recorded temperature

In Switzerland, the highest temperature ever measured was 106.7°F and was recorded in Grono, Moesa District, while in Malaysia the highest temperature was 104.2°F and was recorded in Chuping.

Population

The population of Switzerland is about 8 654 622, while Malaysia is home to 32 365 999 people.

Average age

The average age is 42.7 years in Switzerland and 29.2 years in Malaysia.

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Switzerland and 95.0% in Malaysia.

Religion

In Switzerland, the main religion is Christianity; in Malaysia, the main religion is Islam.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

Switzerland: 71 761 Int$. Malaysia: 27 913 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in Switzerland: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, J). Electricity in Malaysia: frequency and voltage are 240V 50 Hz (plug type: G).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Switzerland - July, August; Malaysia - May, June, July, August, September.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites