Aircraft comparison
Cessna Citation XLS+ vs Embraer Praetor 500
Summary
Cessna Citation XLS+ versus Embraer Praetor 500: a side-by-side of two same-class business jets. On range, the Embraer Praetor 500 leads: 3,340 nm against 2,100 nm. The Embraer Praetor 500 offers the taller cabin.
| Specification | Citation XLS+ | Praetor 500 |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 2,100 nm (3,889.2 km) | 3,340 nm (6,185.7 km)✓ |
| Max cruise speed | 441 kt (816.7 km/h) | 466 kt (863 km/h)✓ |
| Max operating altitude | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Max takeoff weight | 20,200 lb (9,162.6 kg) | 37,567 lb (17,040.1 kg) |
| Typical passengers | 8 count✓ | 7 count |
| Max passengers | 9 count | 9 count |
| Cabin height | 5.7 ft (1.74 m) | 6 ft (1.83 m)✓ |
| Cabin width | 5.5 ft (1.68 m) | 6.8 ft (2.07 m)✓ |
| Baggage volume | 90 cuft (2.55 m3) | 150 cuft (4.25 m3)✓ |
| Powerplant | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C | Honeywell HTF7500E |
| Engines | 2 count | 2 count |
| Thrust per engine | 4,119 lbf | 7,528 lbf |
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