Hi Katamarino,
I've flown many types and IMHO the C177RG performs best of all the four-seat 200HP normally aspirated a/c in the rental fleets. Comparing it with the Piper Arrow, it's roomier, faster and has a bigger envelope in all directions. It's a very nice travelling aircraft with a good range.
Ergonomically, it's not like a C172 at all. Better view, better placement of the controls for people with shorter arms, more comfortable all round.
The one that I rented was the PH-AKJ, when it was operated by Wings over Holland. I think it's in Eindhoven now.
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