A319 CJ vs A321

Overview

The A319 CJ and the A321 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Airbus respectively.

Top speed is 870 km/h for the A319 CJ vs 871 km/h for the A321. The A319 CJ has an operational range of 11,650 km vs 5,930 km for the A321. The A321 operates at altitudes up to 12,000 m compared to 1,350 m for the A319 CJ.

The A319 CJ has been produced in 1,499 units vs 2,917 for the A321. Unit cost is $80M for the A319 CJ vs $120M for the A321. The A321 first flew 8 years before the A319 CJ (1987 vs 1995).

European corporate jet, globally utilized since the late 1990s, renowned for its passenger comfort and operational versatility.
Airbus A319 CJ Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇺 Europe
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 25 August 1995
Year introduced 1995
Number produced 1499 units
Average unit price $80 million
European narrow-body commercial passenger jet, recognized for global use since 1990s, employed extensively by major airlines.
Airbus A321 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇪🇺 Europe
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus
First flight 27 February 1987
Year introduced 1994
Number produced 2917 units
Average unit price $120 million
Wing area 122.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 34.1 m â—‰
Height 11.8 m â—‰
Length 33.8 m â—‰
Maximum speed 870 km/h â—‰
Operational range 11,650 km â—‰
Service ceiling 1,350 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight 42,300 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 4,997 kgf â—‰
Wing area 122.6 m² ◉
Wingspan 34.1 m â—‰
Height 11.8 m â—‰
Length 37.6 m â—‰
Maximum speed 871 km/h â—‰
Operational range 5,930 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,000 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 78,000 kg
Empty weight 42,600 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 5,670 kgf â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 is faster with a maximum speed of 871 km/h compared to the A319 CJ's 870 km/h, a difference of 1 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A319 CJ has a longer range at 11,650 km compared to the A321's 5,930 km.
Which can fly higher, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 has a higher service ceiling at 12,000 meters (39,370 ft) compared to the A319 CJ's 1,350 meters (4,429 ft).
Which is heavier, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 78,000 kg compared to the A319 CJ's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 is longer at 37.6 meters compared to the A319 CJ's 33.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 is more expensive at approximately $120 million per unit compared to the A319 CJ at $80 million.
Which entered service first, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 entered service first in 1994, 1 years before the A319 CJ which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A319 CJ or A321?
The A321 has been produced in greater numbers with 2,917 units compared to 1,499 units of the A319 CJ.