Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piaggio Avanti Evo
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet suited to regional and some transcontinental missions, typically carrying about 7 to 9 passengers with a range around 2,100 nautical miles. The Enstrom 480B is a single‑engine turbine helicopter built for short‑range utility, training, and local transport; it usually seats 4 to 5 occupants and has a range on the order of roughly 350 to 400 nautical miles. The Gulfstream G700 is an ultra‑long‑range large‑cabin business jet designed for intercontinental travel, commonly configured for about 13 to 19 passengers (with higher maximum layouts possible) and offering roughly 7,500 nautical miles of range. The Piaggio Avanti EVO is a high‑speed twin‑turboprop business aircraft that bridges turboprop efficiency with jet‑like cruise speeds; it typically carries 7 to 9 passengers and has a range around 1,500 to 1,800 nautical miles. Overall, the G700 leads on range and cabin size, the XLS+ emphasizes versatile midsize jet missions, the Avanti EVO targets efficient medium‑range travel, and the 480B is optimized for short hops and vertical access.
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Piaggio Avanti EVO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | — | — |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Piaggio |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | G700 | Avanti EVO |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 7500 | 1530 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | — | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | Un-Verified |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | — | 3775 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | — | — |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 516 | 400 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $ 7,695,000 |
| Flight Rules | — | — | IFR |
| Cabin | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Lavatory | 1 Enclosed Belted Flushing | — | No |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Crew Rest | No | Optional | — |
| Jump Seat | No | Yes | — |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 8 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | — |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | 7 |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | — | 9 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | No |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | — | 24000 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 6600 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | Yes |
| Model | PW545C | Pearl 700 | PT6A–66B |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 28 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 850 |
| Fuel Burn (gph) | — | — | 100 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 109.9 | 47.3 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 103 | 47.1 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 8.2 | 6.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 6.25 | 5.8 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 56.9 | 14.9 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.2 | 25.4 | 13.1 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.9 | — | 3.5 |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 10 | 195 | 35.2 |