Cessna Caravan vs Cirrus Sf50 G2 vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Diamond Aircraft Da50 vs Diamond Aircraft Da62 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Cessna Caravan is primarily a utility turboprop: it trades speed and cabin refinement for rugged, short/rough-field capability and strong payload flexibility. Typical range is roughly 800–1,200 nm depending on variant, load, and reserves, and it commonly carries 9–14 occupants depending on configuration and regulations. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop aimed at fast owner-operators. It generally offers about 1,500–1,700 nm range and is usually flown with 4–6 passengers (up to around 6 occupants total in many layouts), prioritizing speed over seats. The Diamond DA50 is a modern single-engine piston aircraft focused on efficiency and technology. Range is commonly around 700–1,000 nm, with typical seating for 4–5. The Diamond DA62 is a twin-engine piston designed for comfortable multi-passenger travel and training. Range is often about 1,000–1,200 nm, with seating for 5–7. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a fast, cabin-class twin turboprop positioned close to light-jet missions. Range is typically around 1,400–1,700 nm and it generally carries 6–9 occupants, emphasizing cabin comfort and speed.
| Spec | Cessna Caravan | Daher TBM 960 | Diamond Aircraft DA50 | Diamond Aircraft DA62 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.07 | $ 2.25 | — | $ 1.18 | — |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 8 |
| Flight Rules | VFR | IFR | VFR | IFR | IFR |
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Daher TBM | Diamond Aircraft | Diamond Aircraft | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | Caravan | TBM 960 | DA50 | DA62 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1070 | 1730 | — | 1283 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.38 | $ 0.56 | — | $ 0.24 | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | — | 5 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3305 | 2908 | 1256 | 1565 | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | — | 3 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 571 | $ 744 | — | $ 225 | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G3000 | Garmin G1000 NXi | Garmin G1000 NXi | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 186 | 330 | — | 190 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $2,355,000 | $4,450,000 | $ 700,000 | $1,290,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Aircraft Type | — | Turbo Prop | — | — | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | No | No | — | — | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Cargo Door | Yes | — | — | — | — |
| Total Seats | 10 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 8 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | — | — | 5 | 7 |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | Un-Pressurized | 6.2 | — | — | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | — | — | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 4 | — | 3 | 6 |
| Galley Location | — | MID | — | — | — |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 14390 | — | — | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | 6600 |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | PT6A-114A | TBM 960 | CD-300 | AE330 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 3600 | 3500 | 2000 | 1800 | 3600 |
| Horsepower | 675 | 850 | 260 | 180 | 850 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 31 | ISA + 49 | — | — | ISA + 28 |
| No. of Engines | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Type | — | — | Diesel / Jet Fuel | Diesel / Jet Fuel | — |
| Fuel Delivery | — | — | Fuel Injected | Fuel Injected | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 50 | 89 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | 86 | — |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 37.6 | 35.3 | 29.5 | 30.1 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 52.1 | 42.1 | 44 | 47.8 | 47.1 |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.4 | 4 | — | — | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.5 | 4.1 | — | — | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 12.8 | 13.4 | — | — | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15 | — | 9.5 | 9.3 | 13.1 |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 32 | — | — | — | 35.2 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 123 | — | — | — |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | — | — | — | — | 3.5 |