Beechcraft Baron G58 vs Diamond Aircraft Da42 Vi vs Diamond Aircraft Da62 vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Piper M500 vs Piper M600 Sls vs Piper Seneca
The Beechcraft Baron G58, Diamond DA42 VI, Diamond DA62, and Piper Seneca are piston twins, generally used for personal travel, business trips, and training; among them, the DA42 VI is typically the most efficiency-focused and often offers the longest practical range in real-world cruise, while the Baron G58 emphasizes speed and payload for its class. The DA62 is a larger, newer-generation piston twin with the highest passenger capacity of the piston group, commonly seating six to seven, whereas the DA42 VI and Baron G58 are usually configured for four to six, and the Seneca is commonly six. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX, Piper M500, and Piper M600 SLS are single-engine turboprops aimed at higher-speed, higher-altitude business and utility flying. The PC-12 NGX is the most versatile and typically has the greatest range and cabin capacity, often seating six to nine depending on configuration. The M600 SLS and M500 are smaller, owner-flown turboprops, typically seating five to six, with the M600 generally offering more capability and range than the M500.
| Spec | Beechcraft Baron G58 | Diamond Aircraft DA42 VI | Diamond Aircraft DA62 | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Piper M500 | Piper M600 SLS | Piper Seneca |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 1.72 | $ 1.11 | $ 1.18 | $ 2.78 | $ 3.11 | $ 2.19 | $ 1.69 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Flight Rules | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Beechcraft | Diamond Aircraft | Diamond Aircraft | Pilatus | Piper | Piper | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | Baron G58 | DA42 VI | DA62 | PC-12 NGX | M500 | M600 | Seneca |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1480 | 1273 | 1283 | 1803 | 1000 | 1406 | 828 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.29 | $ 0.28 | $ 0.24 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.78 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.28 |
| OEM Verification | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 1450 | 1298 | 1565 | — | 1698 | 2200 | 1331 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | — | 3 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 347 | $ 211 | $ 225 | $ 793 | $ 579 | $ 603 | $ 337 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Honeywell Primus Apex | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 202 | 190 | 190 | 290 | 260 | 274 | 200 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $1,495,000 | $869,000 | $1,290,000 | $5,350,000 | $2,122,600 | $3,081,400 | $1,095,000 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 5 | 9 | — | — | — |
| Min Crew | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Cabin | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 6 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 6 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 4 | — | 3 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Max Cabin Seats | — | — | 5 | 9 | — | — | — |
| Lavatory | — | — | — | Optional | No | No | — |
| Min Crew | — | — | — | 1 | 1 | 1 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes | — | — | — |
| Lavatory Location | — | — | — | FWD | — | — | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | — | — | — | 5.8 | 5.5 | 5.6 | — |
| Galley / Refreshment | — | — | — | No | Refreshment Centre | Refreshment Centre | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | 13100 | 12600 | 12600 | — |
| Galley Location | — | — | — | — | MID | MID | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | 8244 | 8644 | — |
| Engine | |||||||
| FADEC | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Model | IO-550-C | AE300 | AE330 | PT6E-67XP | PT6A-42A | PT6A-42A | TSIO-360-RB |
| Fuel Type | AvGas | Diesel / Jet Fuel | Diesel / Jet Fuel | — | — | — | AvGas |
| TBO (hrs) | 1700 | 1800 | 1800 | 5000 | 3600 | 3600 | 1800 |
| TBO (yrs) | 12 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | 300 | 168 | 180 | 1200 | 500 | 600 | 220 |
| Fuel Delivery | Fuel Injected | Fuel Injected | Fuel Injected | — | — | — | Fuel Injected |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 194 | 79.4 | 89 | — | 170 | 260 | 122 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | 76.4 | 86 | 402 | — | — | — |
| Flat Rating | — | — | — | ISA + 35 | ISA + 55 | ISA + 55 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||||
| Length (ft) | 29.9 | 28.1 | 30.1 | 47.25 | 29.6 | 29.7 | 28.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 37.9 | 44.5 | 47.8 | 53.33 | 43.2 | 43.2 | 39 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 3.5 | — | — | 5 | 4.1 | 4.1 | — |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.2 | — | — | 4.9 | 4 | 4 | — |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.6 | — | — | 16.9 | 12.3 | 12.3 | — |
| Overall Height (ft) | 9.8 | 8.2 | 9.3 | 14 | 11.3 | 11.3 | 10 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | 150 | — | — | — | 165 | 165 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 46 | — | — | 40 | 20 | 20 | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | — | 4.25 | — | — | — |