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Cessna Citation M2 vs Daher Tbm 940 vs Honda Aircraft Hondajet Elite

The Cessna Citation M2 and HondaJet Elite are very light jets, while the Daher TBM 940 is a high‑performance single‑engine turboprop. In typical missions, the TBM 940 offers the longest range at roughly 1,700+ nautical miles, making it well suited to longer nonstop trips and smaller-airport access. The Citation M2 generally provides midpack range around 1,500 nautical miles, balancing speed and jet comfort for regional city pairs. The HondaJet Elite is usually closer to about 1,400 nautical miles, emphasizing efficient light‑jet travel with a distinctive over‑the‑wing engine layout. For passenger capacity, all three are commonly configured around four to six passengers in comfort. The Citation M2 typically seats up to about seven (plus one or two pilots depending on operation), the HondaJet Elite commonly accommodates five to six, and the TBM 940 is often flown with four to six passengers, with flexible cabin and baggage arrangements. Overall, choose the TBM 940 for maximum range and turboprop versatility, and the M2 or HondaJet Elite for light‑jet experience and higher cruise speeds.

SpecCessna Citation M2Daher TBM 940Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite
Summary
Cockpit222
DOC / nm$ 3.45$ 2.25$ 2.73
Min Crew111
Total Seats866
ManufacturerCessna CitationDaher TBMHonda Aircraft
Aircraft NameM2TBM 940HondaJet Elite
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)140017301495
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.58$ 0.56$ 0.68
Max Cabin Seats76
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)381029083432
Standard Cabin Seats644
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,395$ 744$ 1,135
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G3000Garmin G3000Garmin G3000
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)404330419
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$5,150,000$4,450,000$ 5,400,000
Flight RulesIFR
Cabin
Cockpit222
Lavatory1 Enclosed Belted FlushingNo1 Enclosed Flushing
Min Crew111
Crew RestNoNo
Jump SeatNoNo
Total Seats866
Max Cabin Seats76
Lavatory LocationAFTAFT
Cabin Pressure (psi)8.56.28.8
Galley / RefreshmentNoRefreshment CentreGalley
Standard Cabin Seats644
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)220271439023060
Galley LocationMIDFWD
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelFJ44-1AP-21PT6A-66DHF120-H1A
TBO (hrs)350035005000
Flat RatingISA + 7ISA + 49ISA + 10
Thrust (lbs)19652050
No. of Engines212
Fuel Burn (lbph)516
Fuel Capacity (gal)492291439
Horsepower850
Dimensions
Length (ft)42.635.342.7
Wingspan (ft)47.342.139.8
Aisle Step (ft)0.40.4
Cabin Width (ft)4.845
Cabin Height (ft)4.84.14.8
Cabin Length (ft)1113.412.1
Overall Height (ft)1414.314.9
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)3.1
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)8.810.2
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)4666
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)123
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)30