Grand Caravan EX vs Kodiak 100
The Grand Caravan EX leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Cessna / Textron Aviation Grand Caravan EX (introduced 2013) against the Daher Kodiak Kodiak 100 (introduced 2007) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are utility, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the Grand Caravan EX carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Grand Caravan EX vs Kodiak 100: the key differences
- The Kodiak 100 delivers 6% more range (Grand Caravan EX: 1,070 nm; Kodiak 100: 1,132 nm).
- The Grand Caravan EX delivers 1% more cruise speed (Grand Caravan EX: 185 kt; Kodiak 100: 183 kt).
- The Grand Caravan EX delivers 40% more passenger capacity (Grand Caravan EX: 14 seats; Kodiak 100: 10 seats).
- The Grand Caravan EX is the newer design (introduced 2013 versus 2007 for the Kodiak 100), a gap of 6 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Grand Caravan EX is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (8,807 lbs versus 7,255 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for regional and short-to-medium legs, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Grand Caravan EX seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kodiak 100 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Grand Caravan EX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Grand Caravan EX holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
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Grand Caravan EX vs Kodiak 100: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 100?
The Kodiak 100 has the longer published range — 1,132 nm versus 1,070 nm for the Grand Caravan EX.
Does the Grand Caravan EX or Kodiak 100 seat more passengers?
The Grand Caravan EX carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 14 seats, compared with 10 on the Kodiak 100.
Which is faster, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 100?
The Grand Caravan EX cruises faster, at 185 kt versus 183 kt for the Kodiak 100.
Which is newer, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 100?
The Grand Caravan EX is the newer design, introduced in 2013 versus 2007 for the Kodiak 100.
Is the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 100 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Grand Caravan EX is the larger aircraft — 8,807 lbs versus 7,255 lbs for the Kodiak 100.
Should I buy the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 100?
Choose the Kodiak 100 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Grand Caravan EX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Grand Caravan EX holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the Grand Caravan EX vs Kodiak 100?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.