ARJ21-700 vs Embraer E190-E2
The Embraer E190-E2 leads, topping 7 of 7 compared metrics.
The COMAC ARJ21-700 (introduced 2016) and the Embraer Executive Jets Embraer E190-E2 (introduced 2018) are two aircraft buyers regularly weigh against each other. Both are regional, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is range, where the Embraer E190-E2 has the advantage. The spec-by-spec breakdown below is followed by a mission-fit read and a buyer's recommendation.
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ARJ21-700 vs Embraer E190-E2: the key differences
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 28% more range (ARJ21-700: 2,225 nm; Embraer E190-E2: 2,850 nm).
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 9% more cruise speed (ARJ21-700: 422 kt; Embraer E190-E2: 458 kt).
- The Embraer E190-E2 delivers 27% more passenger capacity (ARJ21-700: 90 seats; Embraer E190-E2: 114 seats).
- The Embraer E190-E2 is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 2016 for the ARJ21-700), a gap of 2 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The Embraer E190-E2 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (124,341 lbs versus 89,947 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 transcontinental missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the Embraer E190-E2 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?
On published specifications the Embraer E190-E2 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The ARJ21-700 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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ARJ21-700 vs Embraer E190-E2: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the ARJ21-700 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 has the longer published range — 2,850 nm versus 2,225 nm for the ARJ21-700.
Does the ARJ21-700 or Embraer E190-E2 seat more passengers?
The Embraer E190-E2 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 114 seats, compared with 90 on the ARJ21-700.
Which is faster, the ARJ21-700 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 cruises faster, at 458 kt versus 422 kt for the ARJ21-700.
Which is newer, the ARJ21-700 or the Embraer E190-E2?
The Embraer E190-E2 is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 2016 for the ARJ21-700.
Is the ARJ21-700 or the Embraer E190-E2 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the Embraer E190-E2 is the larger aircraft — 124,341 lbs versus 89,947 lbs for the ARJ21-700.
Should I buy the ARJ21-700 or the Embraer E190-E2?
On published specifications the Embraer E190-E2 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The ARJ21-700 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 ARJ21-700 vs Embraer E190-E2?
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.