A-5 Vigilante vs Mirage 2000
The A-5 Vigilante and the Mirage 2000 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by North American and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,123 km/h for the A-5 Vigilante vs 2,336 km/h for the Mirage 2000. The A-5 Vigilante has an operational range of 1,804 km vs 1,550 km for the Mirage 2000. The Mirage 2000 operates at altitudes up to 18,300 m compared to 15,880 m for the A-5 Vigilante. The A-5 Vigilante has been produced in 167 units vs 601 for the Mirage 2000. Unit cost is $10M for the A-5 Vigilante vs $23M for the Mirage 2000. The A-5 Vigilante first flew 20 years before the Mirage 2000 (1958 vs 1978).
| American supersonic bomber, renowned for Cold War nuclear deterrent role, later adapted for reconnaissance missions. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | North American |
| First flight | 31 August 1958 |
| Year introduced | 1961 |
| Number produced | 167 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars. | |
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| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Dassault |
| First flight | 1 March 1978 |
| Year introduced | 1983 |
| Number produced | 601 units |
| Average unit price | $23 million |
| Wing area | 65.1 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 16.2 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.9 m â—‰ |
| Length | 23.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2123 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,804 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 15,880 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 28,615 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 14,870 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 4,893 kgf â—‰ |
| Wing area | 41.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 9.1 m â—‰ |
| Height | 5.2 m â—‰ |
| Length | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 2336 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 1,550 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 18,300 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 17,500 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 7,500 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6,626 kgf â—‰ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 is faster with a maximum speed of 2,336 km/h compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 2,123 km/h, a difference of 213 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The A-5 Vigilante has a longer range at 1,804 km compared to the Mirage 2000's 1,550 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the A-5 Vigilante's 15,880 meters (52,099 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The A-5 Vigilante has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,615 kg compared to the Mirage 2000's 17,500 kg.
Which is larger, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The A-5 Vigilante is longer at 23.3 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 is more expensive at approximately $23 million per unit compared to the A-5 Vigilante at $10 million.
Which entered service first, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The A-5 Vigilante entered service first in 1961, 22 years before the Mirage 2000 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-5 Vigilante or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has been produced in greater numbers with 601 units compared to 167 units of the A-5 Vigilante.