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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Malaysia

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Malaysia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Germany vs. Malaysia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Malaysia is 127 724 mi². This means that the area of Germany is 7.95% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
127 724 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Malaysia has a coastline of 2 904.9 mi.

1 484.5 mi
2 904.9 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Malaysia is Kuala Lumpur, where the population is 1 627 170.

3 562 170 ppl
1 627 170 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Malaysia is Gunung Kinabalu on Borneo, which rises to a height of 13 435 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
13 435 ft
Gunung Kinabalu on Borneo

Highest recorded temperature

In Germany, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg, while in Malaysia the highest temperature was 104.2°F and was recorded in Chuping.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
104.2°F
Chuping

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Malaysia, the lowest temperature was 46°F and was recorded in Cameron Highlands.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
46°F
Cameron Highlands

Society

Germany vs. Malaysia - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Malaysia is home to 32 365 999 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
32 365 999 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 75.9 years in Malaysia.

81.3 years
75.9 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 29.2 years in Malaysia.

47.8 years
29.2 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 1.06% in Malaysia.

-0.21%
1.06%

Literacy

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

99.0%
95.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Malaysia the primary language is Malay.

german
malay

Religion

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

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
25 721 000 ppl
Ranking: 113/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Malaysia: 27 913 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
27 913 Int$
Ranking: 123/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Malaysia: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

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EUR
Euro
MYR
Malaysian Ringgit

Practical information

Electricity

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

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
240V 50 Hz
Plug type: G

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Malaysia has left-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
left-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

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

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B79 USD - 96 USD
T129 USD - 166 USD
B19 USD - 25 USD
T49 USD - 76 USD

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