Cessna T210 vs Cirrus SR22
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · re-checked on a rolling daily cycle
Cessna T210
- For sale now
- 8
- Model years available
- 1968–1977
Cirrus SR22
- For sale now
- 255
- Median asking
- $369,473
- Range
- $233,400–$867,970
- Model years available
- 2001–2025
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 T210 | Cirrus SR22 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | 792 | 124 |
| Serious | 89 | 8 |
| Fatal | 192 | 38 |
| Fatalities | 401 | 74 |
| % Fatal | 24% | 31% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Cessna T210 | Cirrus SR22 |
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| Price Range | $72,996 – $309,920 | $233,400 – $867,970 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 6 | 5 |
| Horsepower | 310 HP | 310 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 193 kts (357 km/h) | 183 kts (339 km/h) |
| Range | 900 nm (1,667 km) | 1,049 nm (1,943 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 27,000 ft (8,230 m) | 17,500 ft (5,334 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,800 lbs (1,724 kg) | 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,500 lbs (680 kg) | 1,183 lbs (537 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 90.0 gal (341 L) | 92.0 gal (348 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 17.0 GPH (64 L/h) | 13.5 GPH (51 L/h) |
| TBO | 1,500 hrs | 2,000 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $35,000 | $36,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $22,000 | $25,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $175 | $180 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston (Turbocharged) | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimateCessna T210
Fuel$94/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Cirrus SR22
Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$61,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Cessna T210 or Cirrus SR22?
Pick the T210 if…
- Budget matters — from $72,996 vs $233,400, you save ~$160,404.
- Lower operating cost — ~$175/hr vs $180/hr.
- More seats — 6 vs 5.
- Faster cruise — 193 kts vs 183 kts.
Pick the SR22 if…
- Longer range — 1049 nm vs 900 nm.
- Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1957.
- More inventory — 253 listings vs 10.
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 T210 or Cirrus SR22?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The T210 cruises at 193 kts with 900 nm range.
The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna T210: from $230,000.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna T210 and Cirrus SR22?
T210 engine: CONTINENTAL TSIO-520-C (310 hp).
SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp).
Seats: 6 vs 5.
Cruise: 193 vs 183 kts.
Range: 900 vs 1049 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
T210: about $175/hr variable cost.
SR22: about $180/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?
T210: 6 seats / 1,500 lb useful load.
SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 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?
T210: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000.
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