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Generac XC8000E VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

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Winner:

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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Runners Up:

Generac XC8000E

Reasons to buy Generac XC8000E :

  • button icon Contains a built in fuel gauge
  • button icon Portable generator
  • button icon Oversized glove ready touch points
  • button icon X frame heavy duty 12 gauge steel tube
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Noise Level (dBA)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac XC8000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

Reasons why we like it:

  • ENGINE SPEED
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Noise Level (dBA)
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COMPARISON – Generac XC8000E VS. Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Generator is portable with hassle free movement to another location

Yes

4 wheels for portability during movement

Starting Watts

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

10,000 starting watts

Yes

6250 of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8,000 watts

Yes

5000 running watts

RV Ready

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

RV ready through the L5-30P TO TT-30R adapter for connection and it is transfer switch ready

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Run time of 11 hours after a 50% load – fuel consumption of approximately 0.77 GPH

Yes

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

Recoil Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

recoil starts

Electric Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Electric start

Yes

is fast and user friendly

Dual Fuel

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Starts using 83.3/41.7 amps and runs at 66.7/33.3 amperage

Yes

21 Amps

VOLTAGE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

120/240 Volts

Yes

120/240 on a single phase

FREQUENCY

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

426 cc G-force 4-stroke engine type

Yes

Vanguard OHV 305cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

CSA certified

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

Cold Start Technology

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

User friendly starting method – no complicated methods involved when starting it up

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 XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

8.5 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

7 gallons of fuel

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

11 hours on a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Low oil shut off with an overload protection

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Air cools automatically to avoid overheating during long run times

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

426 cc engine capacity

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Built for job sites with jobsite strength ability

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Heavy duty generator – can handle sensitive electronics like phones, appliances and other tools

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Features s fully wrapped X frame design. Made of heavy duty 12 gauge steel tubing for durability

Yes

Generator has been framed for durability

Starting method

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Uses both the electric start method and the traditional recoil method

Yes

Both electric and recoil starting method

Briggs and Stratton PRO5000

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Open frame design ideal for rough job site environments and fork lifting

Yes

Yes it is built with an open frame

Outlets

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Outlets include - 2x Duplex 120V 20 A (5-20R), 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) and 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R). All outlets are covered

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 XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

It is light to transport due to its wheels and steel lifting pocket

Yes

Requires minimal effort to be moved to various locations

Weight

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

260 pounds

Yes

200 pounds

Wheel type

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Built with 10 inch wheel kit – never flat design and easy to move over multiple surfaces

Yes

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

Handle style

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Folding handle and a steel lifting pocket. Simple for people to lift and lift forks to carry

Yes

Drop down handle style – remains down when not in use

Warranty

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Runs for 3 years period

Yes

Lasts 2 years from purchase

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

34.3 x 28.6 x 32.5 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Comes attached with oil and took kit

Yes

Comes with an internal trickle and float charger Internal

Generac XC8000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Indicates instantly when oil is low in the 8.5 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Shuts down on its own once oil reached minimum level to protect generator from engine damage

Yes

Generator shuts down when oil is low in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

Idle control function minimizes noise output

Yes

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

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- Engine can be air cooled to prevent overheating overtime - Outlets include - 2x Duplex 120V 20 A (5-20R), 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) and 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and all the outlets contain covers to protect them from dirt and other debris - Runs for 11 hours after a 50% load with a fuel consumption of about 0.77 GPH - Features an idle control to conserve the energy in the fuel tank - Inbuilt with folding handles and a steel lifting pocket for easy lifting - A large 8.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge - Up to 10,000 starting watts and 8000 running watts - Heavy duty 10 inch wheels ideal for different floor kinds - CSA certified to meet the safety requirements - Digital data center gives information on lifetime running hours and other maintenance information - Generac OHV 426 cc G-force 4-stroke engine kind with a splash lubrication - Low oil indicator and an overload protection ability - Outlets feature a full panel GFCI protection - Warranty runs for a 3 year period - Starting method includes both the electric and the recoil starting methods - Included accessories are Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger

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 XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton PRO5000
Yes

- No remote control unit - Uses only the gas fuel type and not propane or solar - Quite heavy to carry over highly raised surfaces that wheels can’t climb - 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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