No mate, not anything to do with S.A. actually. My comparison is based on our own operation, under our local conditions. They are the future, that much is certain. My point was some perspective is needed. All manufacturers tell lies, especially when compared to real world usage. As an aside, if I were to compare the Caravan with my preferred piston option, (which we don't/no longer operate), it's lead is even less in some respects. (404 or Queenair Excalibur)
Being competitive isn't always about payload and speed. Cost competitiveness is also something the customer is interested in...