CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP5500 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

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Winner:

DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS4000S:

  • button icon Portable Generator
  • button icon Start-Camping & RV Ready
  • button icon 4,000 starting watts and 3,300 running watts
  • button icon High voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools
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Runners Up:

Generac GP5500

Reasons to buy Generac GP5500 :

  • button icon Comes with a low oil shutdown protection
  • button icon Circuit breaker protected outlets with covers
  • button icon Large steel fuel tank capacity of 7.2 gallons
  • button icon Generac 389cc OHV engine with a splash lubrication
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS4000S

  • VOLTAGE
  • FREQUENCY
  • HORSEPOWER
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP5500

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS4000S

Reasons why we like it:

  • VOLTAGE
  • FREQUENCY
  • HORSEPOWER
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP5500 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Yes, this generator can easily be transferred to a different location

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

6875 starting watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

5500 running watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

RV ready through its circuit breaker outlets with covers for extra protection

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Powered through gas

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Runs for 10 hours nonstop on a 50% gas full tank

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Uses the recoil starting method

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Dual Fuel

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

30 Amps cord

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

389 cc OHV engine type – features a flash lubrication to deliver extended engine life

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Certified by the CSA

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Meets all the EPA standards for certification

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

It uses cold start technology in order to be able to perform in cold weather.

Easy to Start

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Easy to start through the recoil method – simply use the old method of pulling the coil and engine will run in a few seconds

Yes

Yes, it is easy to start because it has got only one start type

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

7.2 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Runs for 10 hours on a 1/2 fuel load

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Features a low oil shut off to protect from engine damage

Yes

Yes, it has a low oil shut off which protects the engine

Air Cooled

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Engine automatically air cools to avoid over heating

Yes

Yes, it is air cooled since it has got a forced air cooling system

Engine Capacity

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

Yes

69Db-it has got two pairs of isolated motor mounts which reduce noise levels

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – built for use in camps, tailgating, power tool use and provision of emergency backup power for homes

Yes

it is multi-purpose since it can serve as a household backup generator as well as a construction power source

Heavy Duty

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Heavy duty generator – gives emergency power for lightening, charging appliances, powers up small appliances and tools

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

Recoil method

DuroStar DS4000S

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Has 5 outlets; 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type and L14-30R twist lock

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and one 120 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Portable using its inbuilt reliable wheels and comfort grip handles

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

180 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Built with heavy duty never flat wheels. Eases portability across different grounds

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Uses a fold down locking handle. Has a comfort grip and locks down to save storage

Yes

two practical handles which enables it to be carried easily to anywhere

Warranty

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Attached with a 2 year limited warranty

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

28.75 x 26.75 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Attached with a starting engine oil and owner’s user manual

Yes

Oil funnel, sparkplug wrench, tool set and owner’s manual

Generac GP5500

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Indicates to alert once oil is at minimum in fuel tank

Yes

it has got an oil warning light which indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Able to detect low oil remainder and then shuts down automatically

Yes

Yes, the generator shuts down automatically after sensing that the oil level is low

Noise Level

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

Low tone muffler – runs this generator on a low noise level for quiet running

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

- Built with an hour meter that tracks the maintenance intervals - Heavy duty never flat wheels that easily moves on multiple surfaces during movement - Features an Generac OHV engine type containing a splash lubrication that gives long engine life - Generator is environmentally friendly through the EPA certification - Contains a 7.2 gallons steel fuel tank capacity combined with a fuel gauge for additional durability and longer run time - Makes use of fold down handles that can be locked for a strong portability and solid storage - Automatically shuts down when fuel is low to safeguard the engine from destruction - Constructed with a strong steel frame that is hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle for duration - Attached with a 20 feet heavy duty cord with a L14-30R twist-lock plug and 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type - Engine can be air cooled - Included accessories attached are the starting engine oil and owner’s user manual - Starts with 6875 watts and runs at 5500 watts - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system - 2 year limited warranty - Contains a 30 Amperage cord

Yes

• This generator has got 4000 surge watts which make it good for powering large appliances or power tools. • It has got a powerful 7HP engine which provides plenty of power to handle many jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools. • It has got motor stabilizerswhich lowers the noise level for a substantial amount. • It has is designed with in built voltmeter which is a great addition for people with sensitive devices. • It has a super quiet muffle which reduces engine noise. • It has full power panel with oil warning light, voltmeter, circuit breaker and power outlets.

Cons

Generac GP5500
DuroStar DS4000S
Yes

- Uses only a single fuel type making it less flexible - It is not CARB and CSA certified for safety - Not constructed with the simple electric starting method - A cold start technology is not included

Yes

• The generator has no RV ready outlet meaning that a manual connection must be made. • It is a heavy machine since it weighs 102 pounds hence making it not easy to be relocated. • Recoil starting is time consuming which delays work.

Overall Winner

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