Cessna Citation M2 vs Cirrus Vision Jet G2 vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite vs Pilatus Pc 24
The Cessna Citation M2 and Cirrus Vision Jet G2 sit at the entry-level end but differ in concept: the M2 is a light twinjet with a typical range around 1,550 nautical miles and usually seats about five to seven passengers, while the single‑engine Vision Jet G2 is a very light personal jet with roughly 1,200 nautical miles of range and commonly carries four to five passengers (up to seven including small seats, depending on configuration). The HondaJet Elite is also a light jet, generally a step up in cabin comfort and speed from the smallest VLJs, with range typically around 1,400–1,500 nautical miles and seating usually five to six passengers. The Pilatus PC‑24 is in a larger light/“super light” category, designed for more utility and shorter/rougher runway access; it offers substantially more cabin volume, a typical range around 2,000 nautical miles, and usually carries six to eight passengers, with higher maximum seating possible depending on interior layout.
| Spec | Cessna Citation M2 | Cirrus Vision Jet G2 | Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite | Pilatus PC-24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 3.45 | $ 2.37 | $ 2.73 | $ 3.71 |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 8 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Cirrus | Honda Aircraft | Pilatus |
| Aircraft Name | M2 | SF50 G2 | HondaJet Elite | PC-24 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1400 | 1219 | 1495 | 2076 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.58 | $ 0.79 | $ 0.68 | $ 0.62 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 5 | 6 | 10 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 3810 | 2450 | 3432 | 6680 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 1,395 | $ 711 | $ 1,135 | $ 1,619 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Garmin G3000 | Cirrus Perspective Touch+ (G3000) | Garmin G3000 | Pilatus ACE (Primus Apex) |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 404 | 311 | 419 | 440 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $5,150,000 | $2,315,000 | $ 5,400,000 | $11,800,000 |
| Cabin | ||||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | No | 1 Enclosed Flushing | 1 Enclosed Flushing |
| Min Crew | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | — | No | No |
| Jump Seat | No | — | No | No |
| Total Seats | 8 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 7 | 5 | 6 | 10 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | — | AFT | FWD |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 8.5 | 6.4 | 8.8 | 9.3 |
| Galley / Refreshment | No | No | Galley | Optional Refreshment Center |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 6 | 3 | 4 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 22027 | — | 23060 | 23500 |
| Galley Location | — | — | FWD | FWD |
| Cargo Door | — | — | — | Yes |
| Engine | ||||
| FADEC | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Model | FJ44-1AP-21 | FJ33-5A | HF120-H1A | FJ44-4A-QPM |
| TBO (hrs) | 3500 | 4000 | 5000 | 5000 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 7 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 10 | ISA + 23 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 1965 | 1846 | 2050 | 3435 |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Burn (lbph) | 516 | 358 | — | — |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | 492 | 320 | 439 | — |
| Dimensions | ||||
| Length (ft) | 42.6 | 30.7 | 42.7 | 52.2 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 47.3 | 38.7 | 39.8 | 55.8 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.4 | — | 0.4 | Flat Floor |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 4.8 | 5.1 | 5 | 5.6 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 4.8 | — | 4.8 | 5.1 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 11 | 11.5 | 12.1 | 23 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 14 | 10.9 | 14.9 | 17.4 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.1 | 3.1 | — | 3.8 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 8.8 | 9.8 | 10.2 | 17 |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 46 | 30 | 66 | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | — | 24 | — | 90 |