Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation Longitude vs Daher Tbm 960 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 24 vs Piper M500
The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 300E are light jets aimed at efficient regional missions. Both typically seat about 6–9 passengers, with ranges around roughly 2,000 nautical miles (the Phenom 300E generally a bit farther than the CJ4 depending on payload and reserves). The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet as well, but emphasizes rugged, short/soft-field capability and flexible cabin use; it commonly carries 6–10 and offers about ~2,000 nm class range. The Cessna Citation Longitude is a super-midsize jet with a larger, quieter cabin, typically accommodating 8–12 passengers and flying in the ~3,000+ nm range for longer nonstop city pairs. The Daher TBM 960 is a high-performance single-engine turboprop, usually configured for 4–6 passengers with range around the ~1,500–1,700 nm class, trading jet speed for efficiency and access to smaller airports. The Piper M500 is a pressurized single turboprop positioned below the TBM, generally carrying 4–5 passengers with roughly ~1,000–1,300 nm range, optimized for owner-pilots and lower operating costs.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation Longitude | Daher TBM 960 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Pilatus PC-24 | Piper M500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 5.23 | $ 2.25 | $ 3.88 | $ 3.71 | $ 3.11 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Daher TBM | Embraer | Pilatus | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | Longitude | TBM 960 | Phenom 300E | PC-24 | M500 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA Certified | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 3500 | 1730 | 2,010 | 2076 | 1000 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.65 | $ 0.56 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.62 | $ 0.78 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 | — | 10 | 10 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | — | 2908 | 6914 | 6680 | 1698 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 2,500 | $ 744 | $ 1,758 | $ 1,619 | $ 579 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G5000 | Garmin G3000 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) | Garmin G1000 NXi |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 481 | 330 | 464 | 440 | 260 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $29,965,000 | $4,450,000 | $9,650,000 | $11,800,000 | $2,122,600 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR | — | — | IFR |
| Aircraft Type | — | — | Turbo Prop | — | — | — |
| Cabin | ||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | No |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | — | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | No | — | No | No | — |
| Total Seats | 9 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 6 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | — | 9 | 10 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | — | AFT | FWD | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.7 | 6.2 | 9.4 | 9.3 | 5.5 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley | — | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 25400 | 14390 | 25560 | 23500 | 12600 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | — | 8244 |
| Engine | ||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Model | FJ44-4A | HTF7700L | TBM 960 | Canada PW535E1 | FJ44-4A-QPM | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | On-Condition | 3500 | 5000 | 5000 | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 19 | ISA + 49 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 23 | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 7665 | — | 3360 | 3435 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | — | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | 1478 | — | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | — | — | — | — | 170 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 | — | — | 500 |
| Dimensions | ||||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 73.2 | 35.3 | 51.2 | 52.2 | 29.6 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 68.9 | 42.1 | 52.16 | 55.8 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | Flat Floor | — | 0.3 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 6.4 | 4 | 5.1 | 5.6 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 6 | 4.1 | 4.9 | 5.1 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 25.2 | 13.4 | 17.2 | 23 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 19.4 | — | 16.75 | 17.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 4.1 | — | 3.6 | 3.8 | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 16.5 | — | 14.8 | 17 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | — | — | 74 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 112 | — | 10 | 90 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 123 | — | — | 165 |