| Attribute | Diamond DA-40 × | Piper PA-27 Aztec × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Diamond Aircraft | Piper Aircraft |
| Model | Diamond DA-40 | Piper PA-27 Aztec |
| Country | Austria | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 2006 | 1976 |
| Type | Private Single Engine | Private Single Engine |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1 X Lycoming IO-360-M1A - | 1 X Lycoming 360 A4M - |
| Power, hp (hp) | 180 | 180 |
| Avionics | Garmin G1000 | Avidyne FlightMax Entegra |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 181 | 237 |
| Fuel economy (km/l) | 18.053 | 12.51 |
| Take off distance (m) | 358 | 346 |
| Landing distance (m) | 352 | 280 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 5,831 | 5,622 |
| Max payload (kg) | 390 | 395 |
| Baggage volume (m³) | - | 0.02 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 3 | 4 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |