Aircraft comparison
Phenom 300E vs Citation CJ4 Gen2
Published figures for the Embraer Phenom 300E and the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, side by side, with what to weigh beyond the numbers.
Side by side
Published figures
| Embraer Phenom 300E | Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 2,010 nm (5 occupants) | 2,165 nm |
| Passengers | 9–10 maximum | 8 |
| Speed | 464 kt high-speed cruise · Mach 0.80 maximum | 451 kt |
| Engines | 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW535E1 | 2 × Williams International FJ44-4A |
| Cabin | Cabin dimensions not listed in the source brochure | 17 ft 3 in L × 4 ft 8 in H × 4 ft 8 in W |
| Status | Current Embraer model. | Textron unveiled a CJ4 Gen3 in October 2024, with entry into service projected for 2026. |
Figures as published by each model’s sources (see the model pages). Sources may use different conditions, such as passenger load and cruise speed, so small differences are not like-for-like.
Beyond the numbers
What to weigh
- Your longest regular route with realistic load, not the maximum published range.
- Cabin layout and floor plan of the specific aircraft, not just the type.
- New or pre-owned availability, and model succession for out-of-production types.
- Maintenance programme status, which can outweigh differences between types.
- Crew availability for each type in your region.
Notes
Phenom 300E
- A large fleet worldwide, which supports resale and crew availability.
- Earlier Phenom 300 aircraft differ in cabin and avionics from the 300E; confirm the exact version.
Citation CJ4 Gen2
- With the Gen3 announced, buyers compare a Gen2 now against waiting for the new version.
- Popular with owner-pilots as well as professionally crewed operations; check how the aircraft has been operated.
Where to go from here
Next steps
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