PA-32 Cherokee Six vs SR-20

Overview

The PA-32 Cherokee Six and the SR-20 are both Military Special Mission Aircraft, manufactured by Piper and Cirrus respectively.

Top speed is 228 km/h for the PA-32 Cherokee Six vs 287 km/h for the SR-20. The PA-32 Cherokee Six has an operational range of 1,361 km vs 1,450 km for the SR-20. The SR-20 operates at altitudes up to 5,334 m compared to 4,359 m for the PA-32 Cherokee Six.

The PA-32 Cherokee Six has been produced in 7,842 units vs 1,459 for the SR-20. The PA-32 Cherokee Six first flew 35 years before the SR-20 (1960 vs 1995).

American light, single-engined aircraft, dominant during the late 20th century, widely used for personal, commercial air taxi services.
Piper PA-32 Cherokee Six Other profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Piper
First flight 14 January 1960
Year introduced 1965
Number produced 7842 units
Average unit price --
American civil utility aircraft, renowned from the late 20th century, extensively deployed in private aviation and flight training.
Cirrus SR-20 Other profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Special Mission Aircraft
Manufacturer Cirrus
First flight 21 March 1995
Year introduced 1999
Number produced 1459 units
Average unit price $630K
Wing area 15.0 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 9.0 m β—‰
Height 2.2 m β—‰
Length 7.1 m β—‰
Maximum speed 228 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,361 km β—‰
Service ceiling 4,359 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 975 kg β—‰
Empty weight 545 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 112 kW β—‰
Wing area 13.5 mΒ² β—‰
Wingspan 11.7 m β—‰
Height 2.5 m β—‰
Length 8.0 m β—‰
Maximum speed 287 km/h β—‰
Operational range 1,450 km β—‰
Service ceiling 5,334 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 1,383 kg β—‰
Empty weight 943 kg β—‰
Total thrust 1 x 149 kW β—‰

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The SR-20 is faster with a maximum speed of 287 km/h compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 228 km/h, a difference of 59 km/h.
Which has longer range, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The SR-20 has a longer range at 1,450 km compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 1,361 km.
Which can fly higher, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The SR-20 has a higher service ceiling at 5,334 meters (17,500 ft) compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 4,359 meters (14,301 ft).
Which is heavier, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The SR-20 has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 1,383 kg compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 975 kg.
Which is larger, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The SR-20 is longer at 8.0 meters compared to the PA-32 Cherokee Six's 7.1 meters.
Which entered service first, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The PA-32 Cherokee Six entered service first in 1965, 34 years before the SR-20 which entered service in 1999.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the PA-32 Cherokee Six or SR-20?
The PA-32 Cherokee Six has been produced in greater numbers with 7,842 units compared to 1,459 units of the SR-20.