Cirrus SR 22 vs Diamond DA50 RG

Side-by-side specs, range, and real operating costs for up to 5 aircraft.

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Mission Performance

Metric Cirrus SR 22 Cirrus Aircraft Diamond DA50 RG Diamond Aircraft Industries
Cruise Speed 183 kts 172 kts
Range 1,169 nm 754 nm
Service Ceiling 17,500 ft 20,000 ft
Rate of Climb 1,270 fpm 780 fpm
Fuel Burn 16.0 gph 9.0 gph

Fuel Burn

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Trip time estimated from published cruise speed and distance. Fuel burn is a published cruise figure; actual consumption varies with altitude, loading, and conditions.

Runway Performance

Calculated DA: . Estimates use the FAA 10%/1,000 ft DA rule of thumb (FAA-H-8083-25B). Turboprops and jets will show less sensitivity in practice. Always consult the POH.

Estimated Operating Costs

Metric Cirrus SR 22 Cirrus Aircraft Diamond DA50 RG Diamond Aircraft Industries
Fuel Cost per hour $100/hr $56/hr
Direct Operating Cost per hour $180/hr $146/hr
Annual Fixed Costs
Insurance $4,000/yr $1,125/yr
Hangar $7,200/yr $6,000/yr
Annual Inspection $6,000/yr $2,500/yr
Total Fixed $17,200/yr $9,625/yr

Estimates only. Costs vary by location, pilot profile, and market conditions. See individual aircraft pages for source notes.

Capability, Limits & Dimensions

Metric Cirrus SR 22 Cirrus Aircraft Diamond DA50 RG Diamond Aircraft Industries
Useful Load 1,354 lbs 1,232 lbs
MTOW 3,600 lbs 4,407 lbs
Seating 5 5
Fuel Capacity 92 gal 49 gal
Engines 1× Piston 1× Piston
Landing Gear Fixed Retractable
Pressurized No No
Dimensions
Wingspan 38.3 ft 44.0 ft
Length 26.0 ft 30.3 ft
Tail Height 8.9 ft 9.7 ft

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