CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. DuroMax XP4850EH

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DuroMax XP4850EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP4850EH:

  • button icon POWERFUL DUROMAX ENGINE
  • button icon Runs on Propane or Gasoline
  • button icon Maximum power from each of the 120 Volt receptacles
  • button icon Good quality. works as intended
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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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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP4850EH

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

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP4850EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
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COMPARISON – Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. DuroMax XP4850EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes this generator is portable

Starting Watts

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Begins with 10000 starting watts

Yes

4850 watts

Running Stats

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

8000 running watts

Yes

3850 watts

RV Ready

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

It is RV Ready - portable design, can move anywhere.

Gas Powered

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Operates only on gas

Yes

Its gas or propane powered generator.

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

10.42 Hours On Gasoline and 8 hours on Propane

Recoil Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Recoil start

No

Electric Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

Yes

It uses gas and propane.- can more than double your generator’s run time

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Gasoline / Propane. You can use any of those.

AMPERAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

33.3 amperage

Yes

32.08A / 16.04A

VOLTAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120V/ 240VAC and 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

7HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine inbuilt with a splash lubrication

Yes

212cc

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Compliant with CARB

Yes

it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Certified by EPA

Yes

its EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

It’s so easy to start and no need of using energy

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

3.96 GALLONS

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

Yes

20 Gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

10.42 Hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

Yes

8.92 Hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

It is designed with a low oil shut –off sensor to protect the motor

Air Cooled

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

OHV 4 stroke engine can be air cooled

Yes

This generator can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine capacity

Yes

208cc

Voltmeter

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

Yes

It's available

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

It's 69 dB and measured from 7 meters

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

It's multi-purpose.-used for camping, RV

Heavy Duty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

It performs heavy duties, _can handle heavy loads from lights, and high amperage power tools.

Solar Generator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

Yes it has a frame

Starting method

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Features both the electric start system and conventional pull starting methods

Yes

Electrical Start

DuroMax XP4850EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Open frame generator – simple to lift and for rugged environments

Yes

its frame is open

Outlets

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

(2) 120V household GFCI outlets and (1) 120/240V 30A twist lock outlet.

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Portable to transport to another place using wheels and handles

Yes

You can move it to anywhere

Weight

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

244 pounds

Yes

125lbs

Wheel type

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

Solid fill-wheels

Handle style

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

Fold-able handles – for easy transportation

Warranty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Warranty lasts for 2 years from purchase

Yes

3-years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

33.4 x 22.8 x 24.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

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

Yes

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

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Low oil indicator to safeguard the engine from damage

Yes

The generator goes off indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

Automatically protects engine by shutting down on low oil

Yes

The generator automatically shuts off when it senses that the oil level is too low

Noise Level

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
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

• The generator comes in solid steel frame which gives a longer running time without requiring heavy maintenance_ making it less costly. • It supplies sufficient power to bigger households and job site appliances since it has 4850 surge watts and 3850 running watts. • Has an electric starter so you do not need to do the time consuming gruesome recoil start every time you want to use the machine.

Cons

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
DuroMax XP4850EH
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

• Its costs are high (dual fuel) compared to traditional engines- usually 15-30% high. • Incase Gasoline is ignited, a person maybe burnt or injured because Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. • The generator is a potential source of electrical shock incase it’s not kept dry.

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