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Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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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 PRO5000

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton PRO5000 :

  • button icon Up to 13 hours of run time on ½ load
  • button icon Engine can produce 10 foot pounds of torque
  • button icon Uses an hour meter to monitor gas levels
  • button icon Has a 25% more power surge alternator
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • CSA Certified
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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COMPARISON – Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Begins with 10000 starting watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8000 running watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Built with 4 wheels and multiple outlets – this generator is RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Operates only on gas

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Runs 13 hours on 1/2 load – ideal for long hour use

Recoil Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric start

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

33.3 amperage

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine inbuilt with a splash lubrication

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Compliant with CARB

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Certified by EPA

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it is easy to start – uses a one touch starting method. Also has a recoil backup to start

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Takes 13 hours of nonstop runtime on a 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Contains low oil shut off – once the hour meter indicates little time remaining generator automatically shuts down.

Air Cooled

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

OHV 4 stroke engine can be air cooled

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine capacity

Yes

305 cc – can produce up to 10 foot pounds of torque

Voltmeter

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Perfect for multi-purpose. For camps, tailgating, homes and sites

Heavy Duty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Features a power surge alternator – able to operate many large appliances at a go

Solar Generator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Features both the electric start system and conventional pull starting methods

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Open frame generator – simple to lift and for rugged environments

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

(2) 120-volt 20-amp outlets, (1) 120-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 120/240-volt 30-amp locking outlet, (1) 12-Volt 10-amp DC outlet

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Portable to transport to another place using wheels and handles

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

244 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Up to 4 large Never Flat Wheels .Ease transportation on both sides. Have locking brakes

Handle style

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Warranty lasts for 2 years from purchase

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

33.4 x 22.8 x 24.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

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

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Low oil indicator to safeguard the engine from damage

Yes

Hour meter – checks the gas level and turns off on low oil

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Automatically protects engine by shutting down on low oil

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

Super Lo – tone – minimizes the noise and lessens the vibration power produced

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- Can provide a clean and instant power for appliances and multiple electronics during power shortage - Attached with a 2 year warranty to guard against defects and workmanship - Has a 305 cc powerful engine that easily handles tough jobs - Features a full GFCI protection that works as circuit breakers for the engine - Low oil automatic shut down can extend the battery life - Delivers a total of 13 hours after a 1/2 load - Large tank capacity of 7 gallons – reduces the refill frequency - Up to 4 never flat wheels to ease movement during transportation - Uses the quick electric restart and traditional recoil method - Created for multi-purpose operation like at sites, camps and homes - It has been built with an open frame and also framed for durability - Features a super lo tone muffler that lessens the noise and reduces on the vibration during operation - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system that produces 25% more surge wattage to simplify start up - Uses a drop down handle to pull and it can be stored easily - Meets all the standards of CSA certification - Appropriate dimensions for storage - 34 x 27 x 26 inches - Additional accessories of internal trickle charger and a float charger

Cons

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
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

- Does not have a cold start technology - Is not a solar generator - Wheels cannot climb over stairs or other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use propane to run - Not voltage meter

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