Cessna Citation Xls vs Enstrom 480b vs Gulfstream G700 vs Piper M600 Sls
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a midsize business jet designed for fast, efficient short-to-midrange corporate travel. It typically offers a range around 2,000 nautical miles and seats about 7 to 9 passengers, depending on layout. The Enstrom 480B is a light single‑engine piston helicopter focused on utility and short-hop missions rather than long-distance travel; its range is roughly 300 nautical miles and it generally carries up to 4 to 5 occupants (including the pilot), depending on configuration and loading. The Gulfstream G700 is a large-cabin, ultra-long-range business jet built for intercontinental flights, with a range around 7,500 nautical miles and cabin arrangements commonly accommodating about 13 to 19 passengers, with maximum configurations higher. The Piper M600 SLS is a single‑engine turboprop (high-performance personal/business aircraft) suited to regional trips, with a range around 1,500 nautical miles and seating for up to 6 occupants. Overall, the G700 leads in range and cabin size, the XLS+ balances speed and practicality, the M600 SLS emphasizes efficient owner-flown capability, and the 480B prioritizes vertical-lift access over range.
| Spec | Cessna Citation XLS+ | Gulfstream G700 | Piper M600 SLS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summary | |||
| Cockpit | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| DOC / nm | $ 5.34 | — | $ 2.19 |
| Min Crew | 2 | 4 | 1 |
| Total Seats | 10 | 16 | 6 |
| Manufacturer | Cessna Citation | Gulfstream | Piper |
| Aircraft Name | XLS+ | G700 | M600 |
| Certification | FAA / EASA | In Development | FAA / EASA |
| Max Range (nm) | 1906 | 7500 | 1406 |
| DOC / nm / Seat | $ 0.67 | — | $ 0.55 |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | — |
| OEM Verification | VERIFIED | Un-Verified | VERIFIED |
| Useful Load (lbs) | 7540 | — | 2200 |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| Direct Operating Cost | $ 2,303 | — | $ 603 |
| Flight Deck (Base Spec) | Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 | Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck | Garmin G3000 |
| Max Cruise Speed (ktas) | 430 | 516 | 274 |
| Base Aircraft Price (USD) | $15,500,000 | $78,000,000 | $3,081,400 |
| 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 | 5 |
| Galley Location | FWD | FWD | MID |
| Max Cabin Seats | 9 | 19 | — |
| Lavatory Location | AFT | FWD / AFT | — |
| Cabin Pressure (psi) | 9.3 | — | 5.6 |
| Galley / Refreshment | Galley | — | Refreshment Centre |
| Standard Cabin Seats | 8 | 12 | 4 |
| SL Cabin Altitude (ft) | 25230 | — | 12600 |
| Max Cabin Altitude (ft) | — | — | 8644 |
| Engine | |||
| FADEC | Yes | — | No |
| Model | PW545C | Pearl 700 | PT6A-42A |
| TBO (hrs) | 5000 | On Condition | 3600 |
| Flat Rating | ISA + 10 | — | ISA + 55 |
| Thrust (lbs) | 4119 | 18250 | — |
| No. of Engines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Horsepower | — | — | 600 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal) | — | — | 260 |
| Dimensions | |||
| Length (ft) | 52.5 | 109.9 | 29.7 |
| Wingspan (ft) | 56.3 | 103 | 43.2 |
| Aisle Step (ft) | 0.7 | Flat Floor | — |
| Cabin Width (ft) | 5.5 | 8.2 | 4.1 |
| Cabin Height (ft) | 5.7 | 6.25 | 4 |
| Cabin Length (ft) | 18.5 | 56.9 | 12.3 |
| Overall Height (ft) | 17.2 | 25.4 | 11.3 |
| Cabin Width - Floor (ft) | 3.9 | — | — |
| Cabin Length - Seating (ft) | 14.3 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft) | 80 | — | — |
| Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft) | 10 | 195 | 20 |
| Cabin Volume (cu. ft) | — | — | 165 |