500 Citation I vs Phenom 100
| American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century. | |
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| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| First flight | 15 September 1969 |
| Year introduced | 1971 |
| Number produced | 689 units |
| Average unit price | $0.9 million |
| Brazilian light jet, modern era, used extensively in executive charter and air-taxi services. | |
| Origin country | 🇧🇷 Brazil |
| Category | Military Transport Aircraft |
| Manufacturer | Embraer |
| First flight | 26 July 2007 |
| Year introduced | 2008 |
| Number produced | 401 units |
| Average unit price | $4.5 million |
| Wing area | 25.9 m² |
| Wingspan | 14.4 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 13.3 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 665 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,459 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 5,375 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,008 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 998 kgf â—‰ |
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| Wing area | -- m² |
| Wingspan | 12.3 m â—‰ |
| Height | 4.4 m â—‰ |
| Length | 12.8 m â—‰ |
| Maximum speed | 722 km/h â—‰ |
| Operational range | 2,182 km â—‰ |
| Service ceiling | 12,497 m â—‰ |
| Max. takeoff weight | 4,750 kg â—‰ |
| Empty weight | 3,235 kg â—‰ |
| Total thrust | 2 x 769 kgf â—‰ |
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Performance Radar Chart
Photo of 500 Citation I by Luc Verkuringen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The Phenom 100 is faster with a maximum speed of 722 km/h compared to the 500 Citation I's 665 km/h, a difference of 57 km/h.
Which has longer range, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The 500 Citation I has a longer range at 2,459 km compared to the Phenom 100's 2,182 km.
Which can fly higher, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The Phenom 100 has a higher service ceiling at 12,497 meters (41,000 ft) compared to the 500 Citation I's 12,497 meters (41,000 ft).
Which is heavier, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The 500 Citation I has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 5,375 kg compared to the Phenom 100's 4,750 kg.
Which is larger, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The 500 Citation I is longer at 13.3 meters compared to the Phenom 100's 12.8 meters.
Which is more expensive, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The Phenom 100 is more expensive at approximately $4.5 million per unit compared to the 500 Citation I at $0.9 million.
Which entered service first, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The 500 Citation I entered service first in 1971, 37 years before the Phenom 100 which entered service in 2008.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the 500 Citation I or Phenom 100?
The 500 Citation I has been produced in greater numbers with 689 units compared to 401 units of the Phenom 100.