Kodiak vs PA-31 Navajo

The Kodiak and the PA-31 Navajo are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Quest and Piper respectively. Top speed is 339 km/h for the Kodiak vs 420 km/h for the PA-31 Navajo. The Kodiak has an operational range of 2,096 km vs 1,875 km for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo operates at altitudes up to 8,016 m compared to 7,620 m for the Kodiak. The Kodiak has been produced in 300 units vs 3,942 for the PA-31 Navajo. The PA-31 Navajo first flew 40 years before the Kodiak (1964 vs 2004).

American utility aircraft, prominently deployed for humanitarian services, regional airlines and luxury private transport, conceived in the late 20th century.
Quest Kodiak Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Quest
First flight 16 October 2004
Year introduced 2008
Number produced 300 units
Average unit price $3 million
American light, twin-engined aircraft, used extensively for air taxi, flight training, and personal use during the late 20th century.
Piper PA-31 Navajo Transport profile drawing
Origin country 🇺🇸 United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 30 September 1964
Year introduced 1967
Number produced 3942 units
Average unit price $-- million
Wing area -- m²
Wingspan 13.7 m â—‰
Height -- m
Length -- m
Maximum speed 339 km/h â—‰
Operational range 2,096 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight -- kg
Empty weight -- kg
Total thrust 0 â—‰
Wing area 21.0 m²
Wingspan 12.4 m â—‰
Height 4.0 m
Length 9.9 m
Maximum speed 420 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,875 km â—‰
Service ceiling 8,016 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,948 kg
Empty weight 1,783 kg
Total thrust 2 x 231 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo is faster with a maximum speed of 420 km/h compared to the Kodiak's 339 km/h, a difference of 81 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The Kodiak has a longer range at 2,096 km compared to the PA-31 Navajo's 1,875 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher service ceiling at 8,016 meters (26,299 ft) compared to the Kodiak's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,948 kg compared to the Kodiak's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo is longer at 9.9 meters compared to the Kodiak's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo entered service first in 1967, 41 years before the Kodiak which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kodiak or PA-31 Navajo?
The PA-31 Navajo has been produced in greater numbers with 3,942 units compared to 300 units of the Kodiak.