CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

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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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Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator :

  • button icon Ultra-Powerful – At 15,000 starting watts and 12,000 running watts
  • button icon Electric Start
  • button icon Built-in Cold Start Technology for easy starts in cold weather
  • button icon Reliable 717cc V-Twin Champion engine
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PERFORMANCE:
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DESIGN:
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Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

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

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

It is a portable device

Starting Watts

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Begins with 10000 starting watts

Yes

15000 watts

Running Stats

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

8000 running watts

Yes

12000 watts

RV Ready

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Portable and Rv Ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Operates only on gas

Yes

Gasoline – powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

9 hours

Recoil Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Recoil start

No

Electric Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Electric start

Yes

It is electric started

Dual Fuel

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

33.3 amperage

Yes

50.0A

VOLTAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120 / 240 volts

FREQUENCY

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

23.9 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine inbuilt with a splash lubrication

Yes

4 stroke V-Twin

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Compliant with CARB

Yes

It is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Certified by EPA

Yes

It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

Cold Start technology for easy starts in cold weather

Easy to Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

It is easy to start since it has an on and off switch

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

10.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

9 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

it has a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents engine damage.

Air Cooled

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

OHV 4 stroke engine can be air cooled

No

Engine Capacity

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine capacity

Yes

717cc

Voltmeter

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

Equipped with a Power Meter

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

78dba from 23ft

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

It is multipurpose since it can work on lights, sump pump, refrigerator, security system, window AC, furnace blower.

Heavy Duty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

It is a heavy duty device since it can run high voltage equipments

Solar Generator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Features both the electric start system and conventional pull starting methods

Yes

Electric start

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Open frame generator – simple to lift and for rugged environments

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

(one)120V 30A (L5-30R), (two) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) locking outlets, (one) 120/240V 50A outlet (14-50R) and (four) 120V 20A GFCI protected household outlets (5-20R).

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Portable to transport to another place using wheels and handles

Yes

It is a portable machine which makes it easy to be stored and transported

Weight

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

244 pounds

Yes

329.6 lb

Wheel type

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Has lift hooks for easy transportation, unloading

Warranty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Warranty lasts for 2 years from purchase

Yes

3 year limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

33.4 x 22.8 x 24.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

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

Yes

Oil Funnel, Wheel Kit, Engine Oil and Battery

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Low oil indicator to safeguard the engine from damage

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Automatically protects engine by shutting down on low oil

Yes

It shuts down when it senses that the oil levels are low in order to protect you engine from damage

Noise Level

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

78dba from 23ft

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
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

• It is designed with a lift hook for safe and easy transport, loading and unloading. • it is Ultra-Powerful with 15,000 starting watts and 12,000 running watts which enables it to perform work. • Has a strong and reliable engine of 717cc. • Has covered outlets which includes; One 120V 30A locking, a 120/240V 30A locking, a 120/240V 50A and four 120V 20A GFCI outlets. • Has Portable - Folding handle and never-flat tires for easy transportation. • It is easy to start since you just need to press the on button.

Cons

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
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

• It is very heavy and bulky which limits it transportation. • It has no fuel gage. • It is loud during operations

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