Kodiak vs PA-34 Seneca

The Kodiak and the PA-34 Seneca are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Quest and Piper respectively. Top speed is 339 km/h for the Kodiak vs 378 km/h for the PA-34 Seneca. The Kodiak has an operational range of 2,096 km vs 1,611 km for the PA-34 Seneca. The Kodiak operates at altitudes up to 7,620 m compared to 7,620 m for the PA-34 Seneca. The Kodiak has been produced in 300 units vs 5,037 for the PA-34 Seneca. The PA-34 Seneca first flew 37 years before the Kodiak (1967 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 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 -- 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 19.4 m²
Wingspan 11.9 m â—‰
Height 3.0 m
Length 8.7 m
Maximum speed 378 km/h â—‰
Operational range 1,611 km â—‰
Service ceiling 7,620 m â—‰
Max. takeoff weight 2,155 kg
Empty weight 1,457 kg
Total thrust 2 x 164 kW â—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca is faster with a maximum speed of 378 km/h compared to the Kodiak's 339 km/h, a difference of 39 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The Kodiak has a longer range at 2,096 km compared to the PA-34 Seneca's 1,611 km.
Which can fly higher, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has a higher service ceiling at 7,620 meters (25,000 ft) compared to the Kodiak's 7,620 meters (25,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 2,155 kg compared to the Kodiak's 0 kg.
Which is larger, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca is longer at 8.7 meters compared to the Kodiak's 0.0 meters.
Which entered service first, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca entered service first in 1971, 37 years before the Kodiak which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the Kodiak or PA-34 Seneca?
The PA-34 Seneca has been produced in greater numbers with 5,037 units compared to 300 units of the Kodiak.