Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cessna Citation M2 vs Cessna Citation Xls vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Embraer Praetor 500 vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation M2 and Embraer Phenom 100EV are very light jets suited to shorter missions, typically carrying about 4–7 passengers with ranges roughly in the 1,100–1,400 nautical mile class. Stepping up, the Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 300E are light jets with more cabin and performance, commonly configured around 6–9 passengers and offering about 1,900–2,200 nautical miles of range, making them strong options for longer nonstop regional trips. The Cessna Citation XLS+ sits in the super-midsize/“midsize-plus” space, generally accommodating about 7–9 passengers with range around 2,000–2,100 nautical miles, emphasizing a broader cabin over maximum distance. The Embraer Praetor 500 is a true midsize jet, typically 8–9 passengers, with notably longer reach around 3,300 nautical miles. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet with “super versatile” utility (including rough-field capability), usually 6–10 passengers, and range roughly around 2,000 nautical miles.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cessna Citation M2 | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Embraer Phenom 300E | Embraer Praetor 500 | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 3.45 | $ 5.34 | $ 2.84 | $ 3.88 | $ 6.02 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 8 | 10 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Embraer | Embraer | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | M2 | XLS+ | Phenom 100EV | Phenom 300E | Praetor 500 | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 1400 | 1906 | 1,178 | 2,010 | 3340 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.58 | $ 0.67 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.86 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | 3810 | 7540 | 3451 | 6914 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 1,395 | $ 2,303 | $ 1,152 | $ 1,758 | $ 2,779 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Garmin G3000 | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 404 | 430 | 406 | 464 | 466 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $5,150,000 | $15,500,000 | $4,250,000 | $9,650,000 | $16,995,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | |||||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD | — | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 8.5 | 9.3 | 8.3 | 9.4 | 9.7 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No | Galley | No | Galley | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 22027 | 25230 | 21280 | 25560 | 27110 | 23500 |
| Connectivity | — | — | — | — | — | Gogo AVANCE L5 | — |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | — | — | — | 5800 | — |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | FJ44-1AP-21 | PW545C | PW617F1-E | Canada PW535E1 | HTF7500E | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 | On-Condition | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 7 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 18 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 1965 | 4119 | 1730 | 3360 | 6540 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | 516 | — | 543 | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | 492 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dimensions | |||||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 42.6 | 52.5 | 42.1 | 51.2 | 64.6 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 47.3 | 56.3 | 40.4 | 52.16 | 70.5 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3 | Flat Floor | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.5 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 6.9 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.8 | 5.7 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 6 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 11 | 18.5 | 11 | 17.2 | 20.6 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 14 | 17.2 | 14.3 | 16.75 | 21.1 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 8.8 | 14.3 | 9 | 14.8 | 17.4 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | 46 | 80 | 60 | 74 | 110 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | — | 10 | 10 | 10 | 40 | 90 |