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Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

Reasons to buy Generac 7162 XT8000EFI:

  • button icon Features a power bar LED wattage display
  • button icon Large 8 gallon tank with fuel gauge
  • button icon 10 inch heavy duty never flat wheels
  • button icon Built with an idle control
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Briggs and Stratton 30713

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30713 :

  • button icon Portable Generator with Wheels
  • button icon 12 HOURS OF RUNTIME
  • button icon EASY TO USE CONTROL PANEL
  • button icon Has a power surge alternator
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Portable generator to shift from one place to another during emergency power needs

Yes

Portable Generator with Wheels. 10-INCH WHEELS FOR PORTABILITY

Starting Watts

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Begins with 10000 starting watts

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

8000 running watts

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

RV ready using the control guard – protects the generator control panel from environmental issues outdoors

No

Gas Powered

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Operates only on gas

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Runs for 9.5 hours at a 50% gasoline load. Uses about 0.84 GPH of full tank fuel consumption

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Recoil start

No

Electric Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

33.3 amperage

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine inbuilt with a splash lubrication

No

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Compliant with CARB

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Certified by EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Easy to start using electric start. Simply click the ON/OFF option to effortlessly start or power off the generator

Yes

Press on the button to start. Easy to use control panel with quick guides

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

A big 8 gallon steel fuel tank capacity – has a fuel gauge for longer run time and durability

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Will spend 9.5 hours running after a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

Takes 12 hours running after a 1/2 load. Keeps you connected during long power shortages

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Low oil shut off system with an hour meter to track its maintenance levels

Yes

Created with low oil shut off function. Prevents accidents when oil is at minimum

Air Cooled

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

OHV 4 stroke engine can be air cooled

Yes

Yes – generator uses the Overhead Valve (OHV) to get air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine capacity

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is multipurpose – built for camping, job sites, fishing, tailgating and provide emergency power backup in homes

Yes

Can be used for multi-purpose – RV ready, camping, sites and homes

Heavy Duty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Heavy duty – lightning, handles small tools and appliances to keep you connected

Yes

Power surge alternator – generator can power up both small and large electric appliances during power outages

Solar Generator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Framed for durability – bonded with a strong steel material to guard it against damages

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Features both the electric start system and conventional pull starting methods

No

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Open frame generator – simple to lift and for rugged environments

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Outlets include (2) GFCI Duplex outlets and (1) 30 A twist lock 120/240V plug

Yes

(4) 120V household outlets and (1) 120/240V, 30A locking outlet – ideal for portable power usage

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Portable to transport to another place using wheels and handles

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

244 pounds

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Features a 10 inch heavy duty wheels that never go flat for effortless movement

Yes

Never go flat wheels – 10 inches makes to easy to climb multiple surfaces

Handle style

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Fold down locking handles – comes with a comfortable grip and compact storage

Yes

Fold up handle style – ideal for storage especially in places with little space

Warranty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Warranty lasts for 2 years from purchase

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

33.4 x 22.8 x 24.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Additional accessories include - Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger

Yes

Comes with engine oil, operators manual and a quick start up and shutdown guide

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Low oil indicator to safeguard the engine from damage

Yes

Has an hour meter – shows the amount of time remaining for automatic shut down for low oil

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Automatically protects engine by shutting down on low oil

Yes

Yes, generator will go off once low has reached minimum in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

- Has an automotive technology and load pickup response unit that provide a stable and smooth power - Features an electronic fuel injection system that makes it reliable and minimizes fuel consumption - Reliable 10,000 watts and 8000 running watts - Digital data center gives information on lifetime running hours and other maintenance information - Idle control to conserve the fuel n engine - Contains fold down locking handles that give compact storage - 8 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge - Generac OHV 459 cc engine with a splash lubrication for reliable and long engine life - Low oil indicator and shutdown - Engine can be air cooled to prevent overheating after longtime running - Constructed with (2) GFCI Duplex outlets and (1) 30 A twist lock 120/240V plug - 10 inch heavy duty never flat wheels with hassle free movement on grounds - Up to 2 year warranty period - Flexible with both the electric and the recoil starting methods - Included accessories are Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger - It is both CARB compliant and EPA certified for usage

Yes

- Outlets built with rubber covers that guards against elements - 10 inch never go flat solid wheels that can easily climb over any surface - A long runtime of 12 hours to keep you powered during power shortages - Features a power surge alternator that created a short surge power required to start large and small appliances and tools - A fold up handle with rubber details to prevent slipping off hands - High quality metallic fuel tank with a 5 gallon capacity - Portable generator that can be transported to any place without difficulty - Comes with engine oil, manual and easy start and stop guide - Built with a multi featured control panel that has a circuit breaker protection - Its overhead Valve (OHV) technology helps the generator to run cooler and longer - Heavy duty 389 cc engine type that is reliable and long lasting - Generator has been framed for durability - High start of 6250 watts and operation of 5000 watts - Suitable for portable power needs with its 4 120V household outlets and 1 120/240V, 30A locking outlet - Built for multi-purpose because it is RV ready, camping and homes - Contains a low oil shut down to save engine from damage - Great design that easily blends with décor - Built with an open frame design

Cons

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

- This generator doesn’t have a remote control system - Runs only on a single fuel type - Heavy to transport up the stairs and onto a car - The Cold start technology is not included

Yes

- Not created for solar usage – no direct sun charge - Uses only one type of fuel – might be costly - Does not recoil to start running - Might be hard to carry in places wheels cannot maneuver over - Uses gasoline which is inflammable

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