| Attribute | Shenyang J-8 × | Eurofighter Typhoon T1 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Shenyang | Eurofighter Typhoon |
| Model | Shenyang J-8 | Eurofighter Typhoon T1 |
| Country | China | Germany |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1979 | 2003 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 2010 | - |
| Type | Fighter Jets | Fighter Jets |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 2x Guizhou WP-13B | 2x Eurojet EJ200 afterburning turbofan |
| Power, lbf (lbf) | 15,430 | 13,500 |
| Avionics | - | BAE Systems Tranche 2 avionics |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 2,222 | 2,124 |
| Travel range (km) | 2,200 | 3,791 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 17,983 | 19,812 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 200 | 318.01 |
| Take off distance (m) | 630 | 91 |
| Landing distance (m) | 900 | 213 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 17,800 | 23,500 |
| Max payload (kg) | 6,500 | 6,486 |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 5,546 | 6,216 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 1 | 2 |
| Exterior length (m) | 21.6 | 4.71 |
| Tail height (m) | 5.41 | - |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.2 | - |
| Wing span (m) | 9.3 | 5.28 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |