Cessna 210L vs Piper Saratoga
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 210L
- For sale now
- 11
- Median asking
- $254,950
- Range
- $167,760–$356,415
- Model years available
- 1972–1976
Piper Saratoga
- For sale now
- 170
- Median asking
- $226,400
- Range
- $115,250–$495,525
- Model years available
- 1965–2007
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Safety Record
Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.
| NTSB (1982–now) | Cessna 210L | Piper Saratoga |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 136 | 1 |
| Serious | 14 | 0 |
| Fatal | 31 | 0 |
| Fatalities | 62 | 0 |
| % Fatal | 23% | 0% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 210L | Piper Saratoga |
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| Price Range | $167,760 – $356,415 | $115,250 – $495,525 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 164 kts (304 km/h) | 163 kts (302 km/h) |
| Range | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 950 nm (1,759 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,800 lbs (1,724 kg) | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) | 1,360 lbs (617 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.0 gal (341 L) | 102.0 gal (386 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) | 15.0 GPH (57 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,500 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $32,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $20,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $175 | $170 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 210L
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Piper Saratoga
Fuel$82/hr
Variable$170/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$54,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 210L or Piper Saratoga?
Pick the 210L if…
- Faster cruise — 164 kts vs 163 kts.
Pick the Saratoga if…
- Budget matters — from $115,250 vs $167,760, you save ~$52,510.
- Lower operating cost — ~$170/hr vs $175/hr.
- Longer range — 950 nm vs 900 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1980 vs 1972.
- More inventory — 121 listings vs 12.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Cessna 210L or Piper Saratoga?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 210L cruises at 164 kts with 900 nm range.
The Saratoga cruises at 163 kts with 950 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 210L: from $275,000.
Piper Saratoga: from $498,500.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 210L and Piper Saratoga?
210L engine: CONTINENTAL IO-520-L (300 hp).
Cruise: 164 vs 163 kts.
Range: 900 vs 950 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
210L: about $175/hr variable cost.
Saratoga: about $170/hr variable cost.
Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
210L: 6 seats / 1,310 lb useful load.
Saratoga: 6 seats / 1,360 lb useful load.
Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
210L: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
Saratoga: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000.
Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
Prices re-checked on a rolling cycle — most within a few days · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data