Cessna Citation Cj3 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Legacy 500 vs Gulfstream G650er
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is a light jet, typically seating about 6 to 9 passengers, with a range around 2,000 nautical miles, making it well suited to shorter regional trips and smaller groups. The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize jet, generally carrying about 7 to 9 passengers, with a range near 2,100 nautical miles; it offers a roomier cabin and better comfort than the CJ3+ while still focusing on medium-length missions. The Embraer Legacy 500 sits in the super-midsize category, commonly configured for about 8 to 12 passengers, with a longer range around 3,100 nautical miles, enabling more transcontinental capability and a larger cabin experience. The Gulfstream G650ER is an ultra-long-range large-cabin jet, often accommodating roughly 11 to 18 passengers depending on layout, and stretching to about 7,500 nautical miles, supporting true intercontinental nonstop missions with the highest cabin space and performance of the group.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ3+ | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Legacy 500 | Gulfstream G650ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.05 | $ 5.34 | $ 6.74 | $ 9.39 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 10 | 14 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Gulfstream |
| Aircraft Name | CJ3+ | XLS+ | Legacy 500 | G650ER |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1898 | 1906 | 3153 | 7500 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.78 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 19 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 5530 | 7540 | 14837 | 49500 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 9 | 12 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,680 | $ 2,303 | $ 3,141 | $ 4,844 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Gulfstream PlaneView II (Primus Epic) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 415 | 430 | 481 | 516 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $9,915,000 | $15,500,000 | $20,000,000 | $60,000,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 2 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | Yes |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | Yes |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 10 | 14 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 12 | 19 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD / AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.9 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 10.7 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 9 | 12 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 23586 | 25230 | 27140 | 31900 |
| Connectivity | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6000 | — |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-3A | PW545C | HTF7500E | BR725 A1-12 |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 5000 | On-Condition | On-Condition |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 2820 | 4119 | 7036 | 16900 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 624 | — | 1441 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 703 | — | 1963 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 51.2 | 52.5 | 68.1 | 99.8 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 53 | 56.3 | 66.5 | 99.6 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.7 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.5 | 6.8 | 8.2 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 5.7 | 6 | 6.5 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 15.7 | 18.5 | 24.1 | 46.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.2 | 17.2 | 21.2 | 25.7 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 6.7 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 12.2 | 14.3 | 21.3 | 32.7 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 65 | 80 | 110 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 10 | 45 | 235 |