Cessna 208b Grand Caravan Ex vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Dassault Falcon 8x vs Gulfstream G700

The Cessna 208B Grand Caravan EX is a single‑engine turboprop utility aircraft suited to short, rugged routes. It typically carries about 9 passengers (often up to 14–15 in commuter layouts) and has a range on the order of roughly 900–1,200 nautical miles depending on load and reserves. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet, faster and higher‑flying, commonly seating about 7–9 passengers with a range around 1,800–2,100 nautical miles. The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin jet, usually configured for about 12–16 passengers and capable of roughly 6,400–6,450 nautical miles, enabling true intercontinental missions. The Gulfstream G700 sits at the top end of the large‑cabin category, emphasizing space and speed; typical seating is about 13–19 passengers, with a range around 7,500 nautical miles, making it well suited for the longest nonstop city pairs. Overall, capability and comfort increase dramatically from the Caravan to the XLS+, then to the Falcon 8X, with the G700 offering the longest reach and largest cabin.