Gulfstream G100 vs PA-34 Seneca

The Gulfstream G100 and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Gulfstream and Piper respectively. The Gulfstream G100 reaches 874 km/h — 2.3x the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h. The Gulfstream G100 has an operational range of 5,462 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The Gulfstream G100 operates at altitudes up to 13,716 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. At 11,500 kg MTOW, the Gulfstream G100 is 5.3x the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg. The Gulfstream G100 has been produced in 265 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 17 years before the Gulfstream G100 (1967 vs 1984).

Israeli-American mid-size business jet, recognized for transcontinental range, introduced in the late 20th century.
Gulfstream Gulfstream G100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Gulfstream
First flight 1 January 1984
Year introduced 1985
Number produced 265 units
Average unit price $4.3 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 29.4 m²
Wingspan 16.6 m
Height 5.5 m
Length 17.0 m
Maximum speed 874 km/h
Operational range 5,462 km
Service ceiling 13,716 m
Max. takeoff weight 11,500 kg
Empty weight 6,531 kg
Total thrust 2 x 1,928 kgf
Wing area 19.4 m²
Wingspan 11.9 m
Height 3.0 m
Length 8.7 m
Maximum speed 378 km/h
Operational range 1,611 km
Service ceiling 7,620 m
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg
Empty weight 1,457 kg
Total thrust 2 x 164 kW

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The Gulfstream G100 is faster with a maximum speed of 874 km/h compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 378 km/h, a difference of 496 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The Gulfstream G100 has a longer range at 5,462 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher service ceiling at 13,716 meters (45,000 ft) compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The Gulfstream G100 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 11,500 kg compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 2,155 kg.
Which is larger, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The Gulfstream G100 is longer at 17.0 meters compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 8.7 meters.
Which entered service first, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 14 years before the Gulfstream G100 which entered service in 1985.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Gulfstream G100 or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 265 units of the Gulfstream G100.