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Generac GP8000E VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

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Winner:

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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Runners Up:

Generac GP8000E

Reasons to buy Generac GP8000E :

  • button icon Electric start with a recoil backup starting methods
  • button icon Up to 12 hours running at a 1/2 gasoline load
  • button icon CSA compliant
  • button icon Durable with a hardened 1-1/4" Steel tube cradle
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP8000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

Reasons why we like it:

  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Voltmeter
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP8000E VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

GP8000E is portable to shift from one place of power supply to a different place

Yes

It is a portable device

Starting Watts

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Starts with 10,000 watts

Yes

15000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Runs at 8000 watts

Yes

12000 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

RV ready with an hour meter and covered circuit breaker protection

Yes

Portable and Rv Ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gasoline – powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Runs for 12 hours on a 50% fuel tank load

Yes

9 hours

Recoil Start

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Yes, this model recoil starts

No

Electric Start

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Electric start

Yes

It is electric started

Dual Fuel

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Runs using gasoline fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

50.0A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

120 / 240 volts

FREQUENCY

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

23.9 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Generic OHV 420cc engine

Yes

4 stroke V-Twin

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

It is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

It is complaint with CSA standards for certification

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

Cold Start technology for easy starts in cold weather

Easy to Start

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Anyone can start it up – uses a single touch startup method for an effortless generator starting

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Features a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity of gasoline

Yes

10.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Extended 12 hours runtime on only a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

9 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Uses a low oil shut off

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Air cools on its own to avoid heat up

No

Engine Capacity

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

420 cc engine type with splash lubrication

Yes

717cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

Equipped with a Power Meter

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

78dba from 23ft

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Perfect for camping, home use, job sites and any other outdoor events – multi purpose

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Heavy duty generator – its able to light up places, charge phones and other devices and power up small appliances and tools

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Framed with a strong hardened 1 1/4 inch steel tube crib. Provides durability and strength to generator

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Electric starting method with a recoil starting method backup

Yes

Electric start

Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Constructed with an open frame – effortless to lift off the ground

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Outlets include; (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet – contain a circuit breaker protection

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 GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Portable using the lightweight build, wheels and handles to transport

Yes

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

Weight

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

197 pounds of weight

Yes

329.6 lb

Wheel type

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Never flat heavy duty wheels – smoothly glides on multiple floor types for portability

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

An ergonomic locking fold down handle style – offers a reliable portability and minimal storage

Yes

Has lift hooks for easy transportation, unloading

Warranty

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Yes

3 year limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

28 x 27 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Battery and user manual

Yes

Oil Funnel, Wheel Kit, Engine Oil and Battery

Generac GP8000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Low oil indicator and fuel gauge alert you once oil is low in fuel tank

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Shuts down instantly when oil is not added in fuel tank after low oil alert

Yes

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

Noise Level

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Low tone muffler – enjoy a quiet runtime both indoors and outdoors

Yes

78dba from 23ft

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

- Flexible electric starting method with a recoil backup - Contains a Generic OHV 420cc engine with splash lubrication that delivers a long engine life on this model - Powered with an effective wattage of 10000 starting watts and 8000 running watts - Features an automatic shut down feature activated once the fuel is low so as to protect the engine from getting damaged - Low tone muffler for a quiet operation both indoors and outdoors - Framed with quality steel frame hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle to last a long time - Inbuilt with an hour meter that keeps track of the maintenance intervals - Outlets include (4) 120 volt 5-20R outlets and (1) 20/240 volt L14-30R twist lock outlet with a circuit breaker protection - Contains a 7.5 gallon fuel tank capacity that gives up to 12 hours after 50% load - Generator is backed with a 2 year limited warranty - It meets the standards required for CSA certification - Uses a heavy duty never flat wheels to easily moves on different terrains - Compact size of 28 x 27 x 25 inches

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 GP8000E
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

- It’s not a dual fuel type generator - Cold start technology not included - This model is not CARB compliant - Heavy to lift into a car or upstairs

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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