500 Citation I vs Phenom 100

Overview

The 500 Citation I and the Phenom 100 are both Military Transport Aircraft, manufactured by Cessna and Embraer respectively.

Top speed is 665 km/h for the 500 Citation I vs 722 km/h for the Phenom 100. The 500 Citation I has an operational range of 2,459 km vs 2,182 km for the Phenom 100. The 500 Citation I operates at altitudes up to 12,497 m compared to 12,497 m for the Phenom 100.

The 500 Citation I has been produced in 689 units vs 401 for the Phenom 100. Unit cost is $0.9M for the 500 Citation I vs $4.5M for the Phenom 100. The 500 Citation I first flew 38 years before the Phenom 100 (1969 vs 2007).

American light business jet, renowned for civil, commercial, and military use since the late 20th century.
Cessna 500 Citation I Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
Category Military Transport Aircraft
Manufacturer Cessna
First flight 15 September 1969
Year introduced 1971
Number produced 689 units
Average unit price $900K
Brazilian light jet, modern era, used extensively in executive charter and air-taxi services.
Embraer Phenom 100 Transport profile drawing
Origin country πŸ‡§πŸ‡· 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 mΒ²
Wingspan 14.4 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 13.3 m β—‰
Maximum speed 665 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,459 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 5,375 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,008 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 499 kgf β—‰
Wing area -- mΒ²
Wingspan 12.3 m β—‰
Height 4.4 m β—‰
Length 12.8 m β—‰
Maximum speed 722 km/h β—‰
Operational range 2,182 km β—‰
Service ceiling 12,497 m β—‰
Max. takeoff weight 4,750 kg β—‰
Empty weight 3,235 kg β—‰
Total thrust 2 x 385 kgf β—‰

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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.