Cessna Citation Cj4 vs Embraer Phenom 100ev vs Embraer Phenom 300e vs Pilatus Pc 12 Ngx vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation CJ4 is a light jet positioned for longer missions in its class, typically offering roughly 2,000 nautical miles of range and seating commonly around 7–9 passengers depending on layout. The Embraer Phenom 100EV is a very light jet, optimized for shorter trips, generally around 1,100–1,200 nautical miles of range with about 4–6 passengers in typical configurations. The Embraer Phenom 300E is a light jet (often considered “super-light”), balancing speed, cabin comfort, and mission flexibility, with roughly 1,900–2,000 nautical miles of range and usually 6–9 passengers depending on seating plan. The Pilatus PC-12 NGX is a single-engine turboprop, valued for runway flexibility and utility; it generally offers about 1,700–1,800 nautical miles of range and typically seats about 6–9 passengers. The Pilatus PC-24 is a light jet designed for versatility, including operation from shorter/rougher runways than many jets, with roughly 1,900–2,000 nautical miles of range and typically around 6–10 passengers depending on configuration.
| Spec | Cessna Citation CJ4 | Embraer Phenom 100EV | Embraer Phenom 300E | Pilatus PC-12 NGX | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 4.37 | $ 2.84 | $ 3.88 | $ 2.78 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 9 | 7 | 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Embraer | Embraer | Pilatus | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | CJ4 | Phenom 100EV | Phenom 300E | PC-12 NGX | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 2170 | 1,178 | 2,010 | 1803 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.62 | $ 0.71 | $ 0.55 | $ 0.46 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 7 | 10 | 9 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 6914 | 3451 | 6914 | — | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,970 | $ 1,152 | $ 1,758 | $ 793 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Prodigy Touch (G3000) | Honeywell Primus Apex | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 440 | 406 | 464 | 290 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $11,290,000 | $4,250,000 | $9,650,000 | $5,350,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | — | IFR | — |
| Cabin | |||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | 1 Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing | Optional | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | No | No | — | No |
| Jump Seat | No | No | No | — | No |
| Total Seats | 9 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 6 |
| Galley Location | FWD | — | FWD | — | FWD |
| Max Cabin Seats | 8 | 6 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | AFT | AFT | FWD | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9 | 8.3 | 9.4 | 5.8 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | No | Galley | No | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 7 | 4 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 24005 | 21280 | 25560 | 13100 | 23500 |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Engine | |||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-4A | PW617F1-E | Canada PW535E1 | PT6E-67XP | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | 3500 | 5000 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 11 | ISA + 8 | ISA + 15 | ISA + 35 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 3621 | 1730 | 3360 | — | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 757 | 543 | 757 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 870 | — | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | — | 1200 | — |
| Usable Fuel (gal) | — | — | — | 402 | — |
| Dimensions | |||||
| Length (ft) | 53.4 | 42.1 | 51.2 | 47.25 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 50 | 40.4 | 52.16 | 53.33 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | — | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 17.2 | 11 | 17.2 | 16.9 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 15.5 | 14.3 | 16.75 | 14 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.25 | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.8 | 9 | 14.8 | — | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 70 | 60 | 74 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 7 | 10 | 10 | 40 | 90 |