Grand Caravan EX vs Kodiak 900
The Kodiak 900 leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Cessna / Textron Aviation Grand Caravan EX (introduced 2013) against the Daher Kodiak Kodiak 900 (introduced 2023) 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 900: the key differences
- The Kodiak 900 delivers 29% more range (Grand Caravan EX: 1,070 nm; Kodiak 900: 1,380 nm).
- The Kodiak 900 delivers 16% more cruise speed (Grand Caravan EX: 185 kt; Kodiak 900: 214 kt).
- The Grand Caravan EX delivers 40% more passenger capacity (Grand Caravan EX: 14 seats; Kodiak 900: 10 seats).
- The Kodiak 900 is the newer design (introduced 2023 versus 2013 for the Grand Caravan EX), a gap of 10 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 8,500 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 900 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Grand Caravan EX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Kodiak 900 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 900: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 has the longer published range — 1,380 nm versus 1,070 nm for the Grand Caravan EX.
Does the Grand Caravan EX or Kodiak 900 seat more passengers?
The Grand Caravan EX carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 14 seats, compared with 10 on the Kodiak 900.
Which is faster, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 cruises faster, at 214 kt versus 185 kt for the Grand Caravan EX.
Which is newer, the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 900?
The Kodiak 900 is the newer design, introduced in 2023 versus 2013 for the Grand Caravan EX.
Is the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 900 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Grand Caravan EX is the larger aircraft — 8,807 lbs versus 8,500 lbs for the Kodiak 900.
Should I buy the Grand Caravan EX or the Kodiak 900?
Choose the Kodiak 900 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the Grand Caravan EX when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the Kodiak 900 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 900?
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.