| Attribute | Sukhoi Su-30 × | Boeing EA 18G Growler × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sukhoi | Boeing |
| Model | Sukhoi Su-30 | Boeing EA 18G Growler |
| Country | Russia | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1992 | 2004 |
| Type | Fighter Jets | Fighter Jets |
| Icao | SU30 | EA18 |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 2x 2 × Lyulka AL-31FP turbofans | 2x General Electric F414-GE-400 |
| Power, lbf (lbf) | 29,400 | 22,000 |
| Avionics | Sukhoi Air to Air Fire Control System | Raytheon APG-79 AESA |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 2,121 | 1,915 |
| Travel range (km) | 3,000 | 2,361 |
| Fuel economy (km/l) | 0.665 | 0.298 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 17,983 | 15,240 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 230 | - |
| Take off distance (m) | 550 | 823 |
| Landing distance (m) | 750 | 640 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 34,500 | 29,900 |
| Max payload (kg) | 8,000 | 9,980 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 11,981 | 7,911 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior length (m) | 21.93 | 18.31 |
| Tail height (m) | 6.36 | 4.88 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.5 | - |
| Wing span (m) | 14.7 | 13.62 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |