Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Latitude vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Embraer Praetor 600 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are light jets, with the Phenom 100EV typically optimized for shorter missions at roughly 4–6 passengers and about 1,100–1,200 nm range, while the CJ4 generally carries about 6–8 passengers with a longer reach around 2,000+ nm. Moving up, the Cessna Citation Latitude is a midsize jet, usually configured for about 7–9 passengers and roughly 2,700 nm range, emphasizing cabin comfort on medium-length trips. The Pilatus PC-24 sits between light and midsize in market positioning (often called a “super versatile” light jet), commonly carrying about 6–8 passengers with roughly 2,000 nm range, and is distinguished by rough-field and short-runway capability more than pure range. Embraer’s Praetor 500 is a super-midsize jet at about 8–9 passengers and roughly 3,300+ nm range. The Praetor 600 is also super-midsize but larger/longer-legged, typically 8–12 passengers with about 4,000+ nm range, making it the best fit here for longer nonstop missions.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation Latitude | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Embraer Praetor 500 | Embraer Praetor 600 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 6.80 | $ 2.84 | $ 6.02 | $ 6.74 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Embraer | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | Latitude | Phenom 100EV | Praetor 500 | Praetor 600 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 2731 | 1,178 | 3340 | 4018 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.85 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.86 | $ 0.84 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | 12394 | 3451 | — | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 2,936 | $ 1,152 | $ 2,779 | $ 3,141 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G5000 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 458 | 406 | 466 | 542 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $19,305,000 | $4,250,000 | $16,995,000 | $20,995,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 10 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.7 | 8.3 | 9.7 | 9.7 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | No | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 26800 | 21280 | 27110 | 27140 | 23500 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | 5,950 | — | 5800 | 5800 | — |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | PW306D1 | PW617F1-E | HTF7500E | HTF7500E | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 6000 | 3500 | On-Condition | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 5907 | 1730 | 6540 | 7528 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | 1114 | 543 | — | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | 1700 | — | — | 1963 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 62 | 42.1 | 64.6 | 68.1 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 72.3 | 40.4 | 70.5 | 70.5 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | Flat Floor | 0.3 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 6.4 | 5.1 | 6.9 | 6.8 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 6 | 4.9 | 6 | 6 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 21.8 | 11 | 20.6 | 24.1 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 20.9 | 14.3 | 21.1 | 21 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 15.9 | 9 | 17.4 | 21.3 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | 100 | 60 | 110 | 110 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 27 | 10 | 40 | 45 | 90 |