SR22 vs P2010
The SR22 leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Cirrus Aircraft SR22 (introduced 2001) against the Tecnam P2010 (introduced 2013) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are piston singles, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the SR22 has the advantage. undefined
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SR22 vs P2010: the key differences
- The SR22 delivers 14% more range (SR22: 1,015 nm; P2010: 890 nm).
- The SR22 delivers 33% more cruise speed (SR22: 183 kt; P2010: 138 kt).
- The SR22 and P2010 are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 4 seats.
- The P2010 is the newer design (introduced 2013 versus 2001 for the SR22), a gap of 12 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The SR22 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (3,400 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 SR22 is the stronger fit for regional and short-to-medium legs — its 1,015 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 SR22's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the SR22 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.
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SR22 vs P2010: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the SR22 or the P2010?
The SR22 has the longer published range — 1,015 nm versus 890 nm for the P2010.
Which is faster, the SR22 or the P2010?
The SR22 cruises faster, at 183 kt versus 138 kt for the P2010.
Which is newer, the SR22 or the P2010?
The P2010 is the newer design, introduced in 2013 versus 2001 for the SR22.
Is the SR22 or the P2010 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the SR22 is the larger aircraft — 3,400 lbs versus 2,756 lbs for the P2010.
Should I buy the SR22 or the P2010?
On published specifications the SR22 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.
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