A-7 Corsair II vs Jaguar
Overview
The A-7 Corsair II and the Jaguar are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by Vought and SEPECAT respectively.
Top speed is 1,123 km/h for the A-7 Corsair II vs 1,593 km/h for the Jaguar. The A-7 Corsair II has an operational range of 1,981 km vs 815 km for the Jaguar. The Jaguar operates at altitudes up to 14,000 m compared to 12,800 m for the A-7 Corsair II.
The A-7 Corsair II has been produced in 1,545 units vs 573 for the Jaguar. Unit cost is $2M for the A-7 Corsair II vs $10M for the Jaguar. The A-7 Corsair II first flew 3 years before the Jaguar (1965 vs 1968).
| American attack aircraft, prominent in the Vietnam and Gulf Wars, renowned for light weight and high load-carrying ability. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Vought |
| First flight | 27 September 1965 |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
| Number produced | 1545 units |
| Average unit price | $2 million |
| British-French strike aircraft, developed during the Cold War, extensively deployed in multiple conflicts, including Iraq and Kosovo wars. | |
|
|
| Origin country | 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| Category | Combat Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | SEPECAT |
| First flight | 8 September 1968 |
| Year introduced | 1972 |
| Number produced | 573 units |
| Average unit price | $10 million |
| Wing area | 34.8 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 11.8 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 14.1 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1123 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 1,981 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 12,800 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 19,050 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 8,840 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 1 x 6,795 kgf ◉ |
| Wing area | 24.0 m² ◉ |
| Wingspan | 8.7 m ◉ |
| Height | 4.9 m ◉ |
| Length | 15.5 m ◉ |
| Maximum speed | 1593 km/h ◉ |
| Operational range | 815 km ◉ |
| Service ceiling | 14,000 m ◉ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 15,700 kg ◉ |
| Empty weight | 7,000 kg ◉ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 3,000 kgf ◉ |
Performance Radar Chart
Detailed Comparison
Loading analysis...
Generating comparison analysis...
Unable to generate comparison at this time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar is faster with a maximum speed of 1,593 km/h compared to the A-7 Corsair II's 1,123 km/h, a difference of 470 km/h.
Which has longer range, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The A-7 Corsair II has a longer range at 1,981 km compared to the Jaguar's 815 km.
Which can fly higher, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar has a higher service ceiling at 14,000 meters (45,931 ft) compared to the A-7 Corsair II's 12,800 meters (41,994 ft).
Which is heavier, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The A-7 Corsair II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 19,050 kg compared to the Jaguar's 15,700 kg.
Which is larger, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar is longer at 15.5 meters compared to the A-7 Corsair II's 14.1 meters.
Which is more expensive, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The Jaguar is more expensive at approximately $10 million per unit compared to the A-7 Corsair II at $2.0 million.
Which entered service first, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The A-7 Corsair II entered service first in 1966, 6 years before the Jaguar which entered service in 1972.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the A-7 Corsair II or Jaguar?
The A-7 Corsair II has been produced in greater numbers with 1,545 units compared to 573 units of the Jaguar.