Airbus Acj319 vs Embraer Lineage 1000e vs Gulfstream G500
The Airbus ACJ320 is best viewed as an airliner-derived corporate transport: it sits in the “VIP airliner” category, offers intercontinental-style legs for a narrowbody (typically around 4,000–6,000 nautical miles depending on variant and fit), and can be configured for high passenger counts—often a few dozen—while still allowing lounges, offices, and bedrooms. The Embraer Lineage 1000E is also a VIP airliner, derived from the E190 platform. Its range is generally shorter than the ACJ320 (roughly up to about 4,600 nautical miles), but it remains a strong long-range option with a spacious cabin; typical VIP configurations also carry a few dozen passengers, with more volume than most traditional business jets. The Gulfstream G500 is a large-cabin business jet rather than an airliner conversion. It is designed for long-range executive missions (about 5,300 nautical miles), but with a smaller typical passenger load—commonly around 10–16—prioritizing speed, airport flexibility, and a purpose-built private-jet cabin experience over maximum headcount.
| Spec | Embraer Lineage 1000E | Gulfstream G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 11.68 | $ 9.00 |
| Min Crew | 3 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 19 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | Lineage 1000E | G500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development |
| Max Range (nm) | 4640 | 5200 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.97 | $ 0.90 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 50043 | 30650 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 16 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 5,827 | $ 4,644 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Honeywell Primus Epic | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 470 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $51,250,000 | $47,500,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 2 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 3 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | Yes | No |
| Jump Seat | Yes | Yes |
| Total Seats | 14 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 19 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | FWD / AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.8 | 10.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 12 | 10 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23190 | 31900 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | CF34-10 E7-B | PW814GA |
| TBO (hrs) | On-Condition | 10000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 15 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 18500 | 15144 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 4184 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 119 | 91.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 94.2 | 86.3 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 8.8 | 7.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 6.6 | 6.4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 76.6 | 41.5 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 34.7 | 25.5 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 8 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 67.2 | 26.3 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 120 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 323 | 230 |