WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200-vs-DuroStar DS4000S

COMPARISON – WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

Portable

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The Westinghouse iGen4200 is a portable gas-powered generator.

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

4200 Peak Watts

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

3500 Rated Watts

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The Westinghouse iGen4200 Hybrid Open Frame Inverter Generator has an RV-Ready TT-30R 30 Amp Outlet making it a great choice for travel trailers.

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is gas-powered.

Yes

Yes, it a gas powered machine since it uses gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

18 Hour Run Time

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It has recoil to start as the starting method.

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Dual Fuel

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

FUEL TYPE

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Running amps 29.2 amps Peak amps 35 amps

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

AC: 120V 60 Hz, DC: 5V

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

5.8 HP

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is CARB Compliant and safe to use in all states of the USA

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

EPA Certified

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator has no trouble starting in the cold weather.

Yes

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

Easy to Start

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is easy to start

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

2.6 gal.

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Runtime (Gasoline)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

18 Hour Run Time on a 2. 6 Gallon Gas Tank

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Low Oil Shut-Off

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The engine is equipped with a low oil shutdown.

Yes

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

Air Cooled

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

With a 4 Stroke 5.8 HP 212cc Westinghouse air cooled engine.

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

212 cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It has a voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

As low as 52 dBA

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is multipurpose for it can power up all your household appliances.it can be taken with you as well too camping

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Framed for Durability

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is encased in rugged steel frame.

Yes

Framed

Starting method

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil method

Open Frame

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Unique Open Frame Inverter Generator Hybrid Technology for Durability and Maximum Fuel Efficiency

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Features a 5–20R 120V Duplex Household Outlet, an RV-Ready TT-30R 30 Amp Outlet and Two USB Outlets

Yes

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

Portable

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is easily moved from place to place with the help of a friend.

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

80 pounds

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

N/A

Handle style

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Folding handles

Yes

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

Warranty

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The iGen4200 is backed by a 3-year limited warranty and lifetime technical support.

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

24 x 20.5 x 20 inches

Included Accessories

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Comes With Oil, an Oil Funnel, a Tool Kit, and a User’s Manual to Get You Started Right Out of the Box (Minimal Assembly Required);

Yes

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

Low Oil Indicator

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It has an automatic low oil shutdown

Yes

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

Noise Level

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

52 dBA

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

Pros

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

• It is quiet • Longer run time • It is portable • Automatic low oil shutdown • Powerful engine • It is fuel efficient • Perfect for travel trailers or home use • It is durable • Many accessories included • Longer runtime

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

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

• It has no wheels so moving it may be a hassle • It does not have a low oil indicator • No electric start • No dual fuel

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.

PERFORMANCE:	DRAW :
DESIGN:	DRAW :
SAFETY:	WINNER : DuroStar DS4000S Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION	DRAW :

WESTINGHOUSE IGEN4200 VS. DuroStar DS4000S

DuroStar DS4000S