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Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 2000lxs vs Gulfstream G400

All three are large-cabin business jets, but they sit in slightly different parts of the segment. The Cessna Citation Longitude is typically positioned as a super-midsize with a quieter, efficient cabin and strong coast‑to‑coast U.S. capability; its published range is about 3,500 nautical miles and it generally seats around 8 to 12 passengers depending on layout. The Dassault Falcon 2000LXS is a large-cabin twin known for short-field and airport performance and a wide, comfortable cabin; its range is roughly 4,000 nautical miles and typical seating is about 8 to 10, with higher-density configurations possible. The Gulfstream G400 is a newer large-cabin entry in the Gulfstream line, aimed above the Longitude and broadly competitive with larger-cabin long-range jets; it is marketed with a range around 4,200 nautical miles and typically accommodates about 10 to 12 passengers, again depending on configuration. In general, Longitude emphasizes value and efficiency, Falcon 2000LXS emphasizes operational flexibility, and G400 emphasizes newer design with longer reach and a larger-cabin experience.

SpecCessna Citation LongitudeDassault Falcon 2000LXSGulfstream G400
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 5.23$ 6.38
Min Crew224
Total Seats101212
ManufacturerCessna CitationDassault FalconGulfstream
Aircraft NameLongitude2000LXSG400
CertificationFAA CertifiedFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)350041554200
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.65$ 0.80
Max Cabin Seats101019
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats810
Direct Operating Cost$ 2,500$ 3,073
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G5000Honeywell Primus EASy IIGulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)481490539
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$29,965,000$35,100,00034500000
Useful Load (lbs)1825030650
Cabin
Cockpit22
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted Flushing1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew22
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats1012
Galley LocationFWDFWD
Max Cabin Seats1210
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)9.79.6
Galley / RefreshmentGalleyGalley
Standard Cabin Seats810
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)2540025300
Engine
FADECYesYes
ModelHTF7700LPW308C
TBO (hrs)On-Condition7000
Flat RatingISA + 19ISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)76657000
No. of Engines22
Fuel Burn (lbph)1478
Dimensions
Length (ft)73.266.4
Wingspan (ft)68.970.2
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)6.47.7
Cabin Height (ft)66.2
Cabin Length (ft)25.226.2
Overall Height (ft)19.423.2
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)4.16.3
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)16.517.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)112131
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)1024