Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs
The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light business jet aimed at efficient short-to-medium missions, while the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a larger “super-midsize” to large-cabin business jet designed for higher comfort and capability. In range, the CJ4 typically offers roughly about 2,000 nautical miles (around 4 hours of flying, mission-dependent), making it well suited to regional and many transcontinental trips with careful planning. The Falcon 2000LXS generally reaches about 4,000 nautical miles class range (often around 7–8 hours, depending on payload, winds, and reserves), enabling longer nonstop city pairs and more flexibility with alternates and fuel reserves. Passenger capacity also reflects their categories: a CJ4 is commonly configured for about 7 to 9 passengers, optimized for smaller groups and lower operating costs. The Falcon 2000LXS is usually arranged for roughly 8 to 10 passengers with a significantly larger cabin, offering more space to work, recline, and move around on longer flights.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Dassault Falcon 2000LXS |
|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 6.38 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 12 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Dassault Falcon |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | 2000LXS |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 4155 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.80 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | 18250 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 3,073 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Honeywell Primus EASy II |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 490 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $35,100,000 |
| Cabin | ||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 2 |
| Crew Rest | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 12 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 9.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | Galley |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 10 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 25300 |
| Engine | ||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | PW308C |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 7000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 15 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 7000 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 66.4 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 70.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 7.7 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 6.2 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 26.2 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 23.2 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 6.3 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 17.1 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 131 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | 1024 |