Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Cirrus Vision Jet G2 vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx
The Cessna Citation CJ4 and Embraer Phenom 300E are light jets aimed at fast, longer business missions; both typically seat about 7–9 passengers in a club-style cabin, with the Phenom 300E generally offering the longest range of the group (around ~2,000 nm class) and the CJ4 close behind (high ~1,900 nm class). The HondaJet Elite is a very light jet, usually configured for 4–6 passengers, optimized for efficient short-to-midrange trips, with range in roughly the ~1,200–1,400 nm class depending on reserves and load. The Cirrus Vision Jet G2 is a single-engine very light jet that trades speed and range for simplicity and operating economy; it commonly carries 4–5 passengers (up to 7 seats including side-facing options) and flies about ~1,200 nm class missions. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single-engine turboprop rather than a jet; it’s slower but exceptionally versatile, typically seating 6–9 with excellent payload flexibility, and offers mid-to-long range in the ~1,700–1,800 nm class, often excelling from shorter or unimproved runways.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Cirrus Vision Jet G2 | Embraer Phenom 300E | Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite | Pilatus PC-12 NGX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 2.37 | $ 3.88 | $ 2.73 | $ 2.78 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cirrus | Embraer | Honda Aircraft | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | SF50 G2 | Phenom 300E | HondaJet Elite | PC-12 NGX |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 1219 | 2,010 | 1495 | 1803 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.68 | $ 0.46 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 5 | 10 | 6 | 9 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | 2450 | 6914 | 3432 | — |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 711 | $ 1,758 | $ 1,135 | $ 793 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Cirrus Perspective Touch+ (G3000) | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Garmin G3000 | Honeywell Primus Apex |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 311 | 464 | 419 | 290 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $2,315,000 | $9,650,000 | $ 5,400,000 | $5,350,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | Optional |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | No | No | — |
| Jump Seat | No | — | No | No | — |
| Total Seats | 9 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 9 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | AFT | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 6.4 | 9.4 | 8.8 | 5.8 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No | Galley | Galley | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | — | 25560 | 23060 | 13100 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | FJ33-5A | Canada PW535E1 | HF120-H1A | PT6E-67XP |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 4000 | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 35 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 1846 | 3360 | 2050 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | 358 | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | 320 | — | 439 | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | — | 1200 |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | — | 402 |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 30.7 | 51.2 | 42.7 | 47.25 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 38.7 | 52.16 | 39.8 | 53.33 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | — | 0.3 | 0.4 | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5 | 5 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | — | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.9 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 11.5 | 17.2 | 12.1 | 16.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 10.9 | 16.75 | 14.9 | 14 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.6 | — | 4.25 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 9.8 | 14.8 | 10.2 | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | 30 | 74 | 66 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 24 | 10 | — | 40 |