Kodiak 100 vs P-750 XSTOL
The Kodiak 100 leads, topping 4 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Daher Kodiak Kodiak 100 (introduced 2007) against the Pacific Aerospace P-750 XSTOL (introduced 2001) 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. On paper they are closely matched, so the decision usually turns on cabin, economics and availability. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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Kodiak 100 vs P-750 XSTOL: the key differences
- The Kodiak 100 delivers 0% more range (Kodiak 100: 1,132 nm; P-750 XSTOL: 1,130 nm).
- The Kodiak 100 delivers 31% more cruise speed (Kodiak 100: 183 kt; P-750 XSTOL: 140 kt).
- The Kodiak 100 and P-750 XSTOL are evenly matched on passenger capacity, both at 10 seats.
- The Kodiak 100 is the newer design (introduced 2007 versus 2001 for the P-750 XSTOL), a gap of 6 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The P-750 XSTOL is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (7,500 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 Kodiak 100 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 Kodiak 100 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The P-750 XSTOL 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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Kodiak 100 vs P-750 XSTOL: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the Kodiak 100 or the P-750 XSTOL?
The Kodiak 100 has the longer published range — 1,132 nm versus 1,130 nm for the P-750 XSTOL.
Which is faster, the Kodiak 100 or the P-750 XSTOL?
The Kodiak 100 cruises faster, at 183 kt versus 140 kt for the P-750 XSTOL.
Which is newer, the Kodiak 100 or the P-750 XSTOL?
The Kodiak 100 is the newer design, introduced in 2007 versus 2001 for the P-750 XSTOL.
Is the Kodiak 100 or the P-750 XSTOL the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the P-750 XSTOL is the larger aircraft — 7,500 lbs versus 7,255 lbs for the Kodiak 100.
Should I buy the Kodiak 100 or the P-750 XSTOL?
On published specifications the Kodiak 100 leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The P-750 XSTOL 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 Kodiak 100 vs P-750 XSTOL?
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.