Piper Cherokee Six vs Cessna 210
Live Market Snapshot
Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily
Piper Cherokee Six
- For sale now
- 48
- Median asking
- $195,000
- Range
- $85,000–$413,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 12
- Source marketplaces
- 7
- Model years available
- 1965–2006
Cessna 210
- For sale now
- 177
- Median asking
- $249,750
- Range
- $90,200–$695,000
- Listed on 2+ marketplaces
- 56
- Source marketplaces
- 17
- Model years available
- 1960–2021
Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.
Generations Breakdown
Per-generation specs — engine/weight/performance differ materially across production eras.
Per-era “For sale” counts exclude listings with unspecified year and separate variants (RG retractable, Hawk XP), so they may not sum to the total above.
Piper Cherokee Six — 0 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
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Cessna 210 — 4 generations
| Generation | Years | Engine | MTOW | Cruise | Range | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 210 IO-470 (260hp) | 1960–1963 | Continental IO-470-E | 2900 | 160 | 700 | 24 |
| 210 IO-520 (NA) | 1964–1986 | Continental IO-520-A/L | 3800 | 171 | 900 | 43 |
| T210 Turbo | 1966–1986 | Continental TSIO-520-R | 3800 | 193 | 950 | 57 |
| P210 Pressurized | 1978–1986 | Continental TSIO-520-P | 4000 | 200 | 1000 | 53 |
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) | Piper Cherokee Six | Cessna 210 |
|---|---|---|
| All events | — | 819 |
| Serious | — | 64 |
| Fatal | — | 192 |
| Fatalities | — | 413 |
| % Fatal | — | 23% |
Full Specs Comparison
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| Spec / Model | Piper Cherokee Six | Cessna 210 |
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| Price Range | $85,000 – $413,000 | $90,200 – $695,000 |
| Category | Single Engine Piston | Single Engine Piston |
| Model Specifications | ||
| Seats | 7 | 6 |
| Horsepower | 300 HP | 260–325 HP |
| Cruise Speed | 145 kts (269 km/h) | 160–200 kts (370 km/h) |
| Range | 800 nm (1,482 km) | 700–1,000 nm (1,852 km) |
| Service Ceiling | 16,250 ft (4,953 m) | 17,300 ft (5,273 m) |
| Max Gross Weight | 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg) | 2900–4,000 lbs (1,814 kg) |
| Useful Load | 1,510 lbs (685 kg) | 1,310 lbs (594 kg) |
| Fuel Capacity | 84.0 gal (318 L) | 90.0 gal (341 L) |
| Fuel Burn | 14.0 GPH (53 L/h) | 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) |
| TBO | 2,000 hrs | 1,700 hrs |
| Overhaul Cost | $32,000 | $35,000 |
| Annual Fixed | $20,000 | $22,000 |
| Hourly Variable | $150 | $175 |
| Engines | 1 x Piston | 1 x Piston |
Cost of Ownership
EstimatePiper Cherokee Six
Fuel$77/hr
Variable$150/hr
Annual Fixed$20,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$50,000/yr
Cessna 210
Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr)
$57,000/yr
Which Should You Buy: Piper Cherokee Six or Cessna 210?
Pick the Cherokee Six if…
- Budget matters — from $85,000 vs $90,200, you save ~$5,200.
- Lower operating cost — ~$150/hr vs $175/hr.
- More seats — 7 vs 6.
- Longer range — 800 nm vs 700 nm.
- Newer design — production from 1965 vs 1960.
Pick the 210 if…
- Faster cruise — 160 kts vs 145 kts.
- More inventory — 176 listings vs 48.
Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Piper Cherokee Six or Cessna 210?
It depends on your mission and budget.
The Cherokee Six cruises at 145 kts with 800 nm range.
The 210 cruises at 160 kts with 700 nm range.
Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Piper Cherokee Six: from $495,000.
Cessna 210: from $254,900.
Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Piper Cherokee Six and Cessna 210?
210 engine: Continental (260 hp).
Seats: 7 vs 6.
Cruise: 145 vs 160 kts.
Range: 800 vs 700 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
Cherokee Six: about $150/hr variable cost.
210: about $175/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?
Cherokee Six: 7 seats / 1,510 lb useful load.
210: 6 seats / 1,310 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?
Cherokee Six: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$32,000.
210: 1,700-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000.
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 updated daily · Data: FAA Registry, NTSB · About our data