500 Citation I vs PA-34 Seneca

The 500 Citation I and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Piper respectively. Top speed is 665 km/h for the 500 Citation I vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The 500 Citation I has an operational range of 2,459 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The 500 Citation I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 5,375 kg MTOW, the 500 Citation I is 2.5x the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The 500 Citation I has been produced in 689 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 2 years before the 500 Citation I (1967 vs 1969).

American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century.
Cessna 500 Citation I Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 15 September 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 689 units
Average unit price $0.9 million
American twin-engined light aircraft, renowned for its versatility, extensively used for flight training and personal use since the 1970s.
Piper PA-34 Seneca Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 25 April 1967
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 5037 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area 25.9 m² ◉
Wingspan 14.4 m â—‰
Height 4.4 m â—‰
Length 13.3 m â—‰
Maximum speed 665 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,459 km â—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,375 kg â—‰
Empty weight 3,008 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 998 kgf â—‰
Wing area 19.4 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m â—‰
Length 8.7 m â—‰
Maximum speed 378 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,611 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg â—‰
Empty weight 1,457 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 164 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The 500 Citation I is faster with a maximum speed of 665 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 287 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The 500 Citation I has a longer range at 2,459 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The 500 Citation I has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The 500 Citation I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,375 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The 500 Citation I is longer at 13.3 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 0 years before the 500 Citation I which entered service in 1971.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 500 Citation I or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 689 units of the 500 Citation I.