Cessna 404 vs Diamond DA62
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna 404
- For sale now
- 6
- Model years available
- 1976–1981
Diamond DA62
- For sale now
- 73
- Median asking
- $1,400,660
- Range
- $1,045,500–$1,878,999
- Model years available
- 2016–2026
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 404 | Diamond DA62 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 39 | — |
| Serious | 3 | — |
| Fatal | 12 | — |
| Fatalities | 42 | — |
| % Fatal | 31% | — |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna 404 | Diamond DA62 |
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| Price Range | $167,800 – $568,300 | $1,045,500 – $1,878,999 |
| Category | Multi Engine Piston | Multi Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 10 | 7 |
| Horsepower | 375 HP | 180 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 200 kts (370 km/h) | 175 kts (324 km/h) |
| Range | 1,100 nm (2,037 km) | 1,100 nm (2,037 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 26,000 ft (7,925 m) | 20,000 ft (6,096 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 8,400 lbs (3,810 kg) | 5,070 lbs (2,300 kg) |
| Useful Load | 2,700 lbs (1,225 kg) | 1,300 lbs (590 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 212.0 gal (802 L) | 79.0 gal (299 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 40.0 GPH (151 L/h) | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,600 hrs | 1,800 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $50,000 | $30,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $38,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $400 | $160 |
| Engines | 2 x Piston (Turbocharged) | 2 x Diesel |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna 404
Fuel$220/hr
Variable$400/hr
Annual Fixed$38,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$118,000/yr
Diamond DA62
Fuel$77/hr
Variable$160/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$54,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna 404 or Diamond DA62?
Pick the 404 if…
- Budget matters — from $167,800 vs $1,045,500, you save ~$877,700.
- More seats — 10 vs 7.
- Faster cruise — 200 kts vs 175 kts.
Pick the DA62 if…
- Lower operating cost — ~$160/hr vs $400/hr.
- Newer design — production from 2015 vs 1976.
- More inventory — 69 listings vs 6.
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 404 or Diamond DA62?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The 404 cruises at 200 kts with 1,100 nm range.
The DA62 cruises at 175 kts with 1,100 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 404: from $595,000.
Diamond DA62: from $1,299,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 404 and Diamond DA62?
404 engine: CONTINENTAL GTSIO-520-M (375 hp).
Seats: 10 vs 7.
Cruise: 200 vs 175 kts.
Range: 1100 vs 1100 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
404: about $400/hr variable cost.
DA62: about $160/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?
404: 10 seats / 2,700 lb useful load.
DA62: 7 seats / 1,300 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?
404: 1,600-hour TBO, overhaul ~$50,000.
DA62: 1,800-hour TBO, overhaul ~$30,000.
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