Country Facts:
Indonesia vs. Brazil
Learn about the similarities and differences between Indonesia and Brazil by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.
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Geography
Indonesia vs. Brazil - comparison of geographical features.
Country area
The surface area of Indonesia is 735 358 mi², while the surface area of Brazil is 3 287 956 mi². This means that the area of Brazil is 347% larger.
Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by AreaCoastline length
Indonesia has a coastline of 33 998.9 mi, while Brazil has a coastline of 4 654.7 mi.
Largest city
The largest city in Indonesia is Jakarta, with a population of about 11 374 000 people. In contrast, the largest city in Brazil is São Paulo, where the population is 11 895 900.
Highest peak
The highest peak in Indonesia is Puncak Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid), its height is 16 024 ft. The highest peak in Brazil is Pico da Neblina, which rises to a height of 9 823 ft.
Highest recorded temperature
In Indonesia, the highest temperature ever measured was 103.1°F and was recorded in Semarang, Central Java & Jatiwangi, Cirebon, West Java, while in Brazil the highest temperature was 112.5°F and was recorded in Bom Jesus, Piauí.
Lowest recorded temperature
In Indonesia, the lowest temperature ever measured was 21.9°F and was recorded in Kertasarie Estate, while in Brazil, the lowest temperature was 6.8°F and was recorded in Caçador, Santa Catarina.
Society
Indonesia vs. Brazil - comparison of aspects of social life.
Population
The population of Indonesia is about 273 523 615, while Brazil is home to 212 559 417 people.
Statistics: World Population by CountryLife expectancy
Life expectancy is 72.8 years in Indonesia and 75.0 years in Brazil.
Average age
The average age is 31.1 years in Indonesia and 33.2 years in Brazil.
Birthrate
The birth rate is 0.81% in Indonesia and 0.65% in Brazil.
Literacy
Literacy is 96.0% in Indonesia and 93.2% in Brazil.
Language
In Indonesia, the main language is Indonesian, and in Brazil the primary language is Portuguese.
Religion
In Indonesia, the main religion is Islam; in Brazil, the main religion is Christianity.
Tourism
Foreign tourists in 2015
Economy
GDP per capita
Indonesia: 12 068 Int$. Brazil: 14 830 Int$.
Practical information
Electricity
Electricity in Indonesia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Brazil: frequency and voltage are 127V / 220V 60 Hz (plug type: C, N).
Driving side
Indonesia has left-hand traffic, Brazil has right-hand traffic.
Useful when traveling
Best months to visit
The best months in terms of weather are: Indonesia - May, June, July, August, September; Brazil - January, February, March, December.
Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the WorldVisa requirements
Expected daily budget for 1 person
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