SR20 vs P2010
The SR20 leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
The Cirrus Aircraft SR20 (introduced 1999) and the Tecnam P2010 (introduced 2013) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are piston singles, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the SR20 has the advantage. We line the numbers up below, then translate them into the mission each aircraft actually wins.
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SR20 vs P2010: the key differences
- The SR20 delivers 12% more range (SR20: 1,000 nm; P2010: 890 nm).
- The SR20 delivers 12% more cruise speed (SR20: 155 kt; P2010: 138 kt).
- The SR20 and P2010 are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 4 seats.
- The P2010 is the newer design (introduced 2013 versus 1999 for the SR20), a gap of 14 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The SR20 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (3,150 lbs versus 2,756 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The SR20 is the stronger fit for regional and short-to-medium legs — its 1,000 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The P2010, at 890 nm, is better matched to short-haul and regional hops, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the P2010's range, the SR20's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the SR20 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The P2010 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
SR20 vs P2010: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the SR20 or the P2010?
The SR20 has the longer published range — 1,000 nm versus 890 nm for the P2010.
Which is faster, the SR20 or the P2010?
The SR20 cruises faster, at 155 kt versus 138 kt for the P2010.
Which is newer, the SR20 or the P2010?
The P2010 is the newer design, introduced in 2013 versus 1999 for the SR20.
Is the SR20 or the P2010 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the SR20 is the larger aircraft — 3,150 lbs versus 2,756 lbs for the P2010.
Should I buy the SR20 or the P2010?
On published specifications the SR20 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The P2010 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
Still weighing up the SR20 vs P2010?
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.