CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac 6954 GP8000E VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

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Winner:

DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP5000EHC:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX engine of 225
  • button icon Low oil shutoff which Protects your investment by automatically
  • button icon It is multi-purpose
  • button icon It is good for home backup
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Runners Up:

Generac 6954 GP8000E

Reasons to buy Generac 6954 GP8000E :

  • button icon Powerful starting watts of 10,000 watts and running watts of 8,000 watts
  • button icon A low oil level shutdown
  • button icon Fold down locking handles
  • button icon Single touch electric touch system
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP5000EHC

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac 6954 GP8000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP5000EHC

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
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COMPARISON – Generac 6954 GP8000E VS. DuroMax XP5000EHC

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

It is portable and can easily be transported to a different location

Yes

Yes, it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

10,000 watts for starting

Yes

5,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Runs at 8,000 watts

Yes

4,000 watts

RV Ready

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

RV ready with the protected covered outlets. Protects from rugged working places and environment

Yes

Yes, it is RV Ready

Gas Powered

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

the generator is gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Takes about 12 hours on a 50% load of runtime

Yes

N/A

Recoil Start

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Can be recoil started

Yes

Yes, it can be recoil started

Electric Start

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Yes, but its optional

Dual Fuel

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

Dual Fuel Portable Generator

FUEL TYPE

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Propane / gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

66.7/33.3 Amperage

Yes

37.50A / 18.75A

VOLTAGE

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

120/240 voltage

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

7.5HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Generic OHV 420 cc engine type featuring a splash lubrication ability

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

it is CARB Complaint

CSA Certified

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

CSA Certified

No

EPA Certified

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Meets certification standards of EPA

Yes

it is certified by EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

User friendly start up – uses a single touch start up that comes with an instant running

Yes

it is easy to start because it has got two start types namely; recoil and electric start where you can opt to use any of the two.

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

A large 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Up to 12 hours of run time of gasoline after a 1/2 load

Yes

8.92 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

Yes

7.63 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Inbuilt with a low oil level shut off capability

Yes

the generator shuts off if it senses that the oil is low

Air Cooled

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Generator air cools to avoid excessive heating

Yes

it is air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

OHV 420 cc engine capacity

Yes

225cc

Voltmeter

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A

Yes

it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

N/A with a low tone muffler

Yes

69dB

Multi-Purpose

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Multipurpose generator suitable for camping, home use and other outdoor events

Yes

Yes, the generator is multi-purpose since it can run house hold appliances and provide power at job sites

Heavy Duty

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Can handle heavy duty – lighting, charging phones, laptops and other small appliances and tools to keep you always connected

Yes

it performs heavy duty works such as providing power at job sites plus running heavy home appliances

Solar Generator

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Framed for durability and strength using hardened 1 1/4 inches steel tube cradle

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Electric starting method with a battery included and a recoil backup flexibility

Yes

Electric / Recoil method

DuroMax XP5000EHC

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Constructed from an open frame design – easy to lift off the ground

Yes

it has an open frame

Outlets

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Features 4) 120-Volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240-Volt L14-30R twist-lock outlets with covers

Yes

(TWO) 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and (ONE) 120 / 240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Yes, it can easily be moved with its lightweight design and wheels

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine which easies it transportation to any desired place

Weight

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

197 pounds

Yes

127 LBS

Wheel type

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Heavy duty never flat wheels – smoothly runs on different floor types

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Locking fold down handle – gives a strong portability and compact storage

Yes

Fold handle style

Warranty

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

2 year limited period of warranty

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

28 x 27 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Comes with oil, battery and a self help manual

Yes

Oil Funnel, Tool Set, Spark Plug Wrench, Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and the Owner's Manual

Generac 6954 GP8000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Detects the oil level remaining in the fuel tank and indicates

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Shuts down automatically when oil is low in the large 7.5 gallon capacity fuel tank

Yes

Yes, it shuts down automatically in case it senses that the oil level is low

Noise Level

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

Low tone muffler – eliminates the noise for a quite operation

Yes

69Db

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- A large 7.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity featuring a fuel gauge - Generator has a long runtime of about 12 hours after a 1/2 gas load in the fuel tank - Uses a built in fold down and locking handles that simplify its transportation and storage - Framed for durability and strength using hardened 1 1/4 inches steel tube cradle - Powerful supply of starting 10,000 watts and runs at 8000 watts - Features a low tone muffler to keep generator running silently - Heavy duty 10 inch wheels ideal for easy movement without lifting it up - Its hour meter provides information on lifetime running hours - Low oil indicator and an overload system to protect the generator - Features 4) 120-Volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240-Volt L14-30R twist-lock outlets with covers and are covered to guard them from dirt and other debris - Attached with a 2 year limited warranty period - Generic OHV 420 cc engine type featuring a splash lubrication ability - Both CSA and EPA certified to meet safe usage - Flexible starting method of both the electric and the recoil starting methods - Comes with included accessories such as oil, battery and owner’s manual s

Yes

• The generator is powered by a 225cc ohc DUROMAX engine making powerful. • It uses dual fuel since it can run on both propane and gasoline giving you a choice of what fuel to use. • You can choose between operating it at both 120 V and 240 V Simultaneously, or at 120 only with full power. • It has got low oil shut off. • It is reasonably quiet during operation

Cons

Generac 6954 GP8000E
DuroMax XP5000EHC
Yes

- Doesn’t run on propane of solar as fuel types - Not CARB complaint - Without a cold start technology

Yes

• The generator is a potential source of electric shocks in case it is not kept dry hence causing injury. • The engine produces a dangerous chemical which is able to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Poor connection of this generator to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard o people.

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