F-4 Phantom II vs Mirage 2000

The F-4 Phantom II and the Mirage 2000 are both Combat Aircraft, manufactured by McDonnell and Dassault respectively. Top speed is 2,370 km/h for the F-4 Phantom II vs 2,336 km/h for the Mirage 2000. The F-4 Phantom II has an operational range of 680 km vs 1,550 km for the Mirage 2000. The Mirage 2000 operates at altitudes up to 18,300 m compared to 18,288 m for the F-4 Phantom II. The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in 5,195 units vs 601 for the Mirage 2000. Unit cost is $3M for the F-4 Phantom II vs $23M for the Mirage 2000. The F-4 Phantom II first flew 20 years before the Mirage 2000 (1958 vs 1978).

American fighter-bomber, renowned for its widespread use in the Vietnam War and numerous other international military conflicts.
McDonnell F-4 Phantom II Combat profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Combat Aircraft
Manufacturer McDonnell
First flight 27 May 1958
Year introduced 1962
Number produced 5195 units
Average unit price $3 million
French multirole fighter, operational since the 1980s, extensively used in numerous conflicts including the Gulf and Balkan Wars.
Dassault Mirage 2000 Combat profile drawing
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 49.2 m² ◉
Wingspan 11.7 m â—‰
Height 5.0 m â—‰
Length 19.0 m â—‰
Maximum speed 2370 km/h â—‰
Operational range 680 km â—‰
Service ceiling 18,288 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 28,030 kg â—‰
Empty weight 13,757 kg â—‰
Total thrust 2 x 16,186 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—‰

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The F-4 Phantom II is faster with a maximum speed of 2,370 km/h compared to the Mirage 2000's 2,336 km/h, a difference of 34 km/h.
Which has longer range, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has a longer range at 1,550 km compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 680 km.
Which can fly higher, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 has a higher service ceiling at 18,300 meters (60,039 ft) compared to the F-4 Phantom II's 18,288 meters (60,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The F-4 Phantom II has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 28,030 kg compared to the Mirage 2000's 17,500 kg.
Which is larger, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The F-4 Phantom II is longer at 19.0 meters compared to the Mirage 2000's 14.4 meters.
Which is more expensive, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The Mirage 2000 is more expensive at approximately $23 million per unit compared to the F-4 Phantom II at $3.0 million.
Which entered service first, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The F-4 Phantom II entered service first in 1962, 21 years before the Mirage 2000 which entered service in 1983.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the F-4 Phantom II or Mirage 2000?
The F-4 Phantom II has been produced in greater numbers with 5,195 units compared to 601 units of the Mirage 2000.