GlobalMilitary.net Open-source military intelligence Updated daily
Head-to-head

Airbus A319 CJ vs 208 Caravan

Airbus A319 CJ military transport aircraft side profile drawing
🇪🇺 Airbus A319 CJ
Cessna 208 Caravan military transport aircraft side profile drawing
🇺🇸 208 Caravan
Change comparison vs
Specifications
Airbus A319 CJ 208 Caravan
Origin country 🇪🇺 Europe 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Airbus Cessna
First flight 25 August 1995 9 December 1982
Year introduced 1995 1984
Number produced 1499 units 3000 units
Average unit price $80 million $2.1 million
Wing area 122.6 m² 26.0 m²
Wingspan 34.1 m 15.9 m
Height 11.8 m 4.3 m
Length 33.8 m 12.7 m
Maximum speed 870 km/h 344 km/h
Operational range 11,650 km 1,980 km
Service ceiling 1,350 m 7,600 m
Max. takeoff weight -- kg 3,970 kg
Empty weight 42,300 kg 2,073 kg
Total thrust 2 x 4,997 kgf 1 x 505 kW
Performance Radar Chart

Overview

The Airbus A319 CJ and the 208 Caravan are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Airbus and Cessna respectively.

The Airbus A319 CJ reaches 870 km/h — 2.5x the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h. The Airbus A319 CJ has an operational range of 11,650 km vs 1,980 km for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan operates at altitudes up to 7,600 m compared to 1,350 m for the Airbus A319 CJ.

The Airbus A319 CJ has been produced in 1,499 units vs 3,000 for the 208 Caravan. Unit cost is $80M for the Airbus A319 CJ vs $2.1M for the 208 Caravan. The 208 Caravan first flew 13 years before the Airbus A319 CJ (1982 vs 1995).

Related Comparisons
Airbus A319 CJ vs Airbus A321 Airbus A319 CJ vs PC-12 Eagle Airbus A319 CJ vs Airbus A330 Airbus A319 CJ vs Boeing 767 Airbus A319 CJ vs ERJ 135 Airbus A319 CJ vs CL-600 Challenger

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The Airbus A319 CJ is faster with a maximum speed of 870 km/h compared to the 208 Caravan's 344 km/h, a difference of 526 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The Airbus A319 CJ has a longer range at 11,650 km compared to the 208 Caravan's 1,980 km.
Which can fly higher, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a higher service ceiling at 7,600 meters (24,934 ft) compared to the Airbus A319 CJ's 1,350 meters (4,429 ft).
Which is heavier, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 3,970 kg compared to the Airbus A319 CJ's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The Airbus A319 CJ is longer at 33.8 meters compared to the 208 Caravan's 12.7 meters.
Which is more expensive, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The Airbus A319 CJ is more expensive at approximately $80 million per unit compared to the 208 Caravan at $2.1 million.
Which entered service first, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan entered service first in 1984, 11 years before the Airbus A319 CJ which entered service in 1995.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Airbus A319 CJ or 208 Caravan?
The 208 Caravan has been produced in greater numbers with 3,000 units compared to 1,499 units of the Airbus A319 CJ.