Westinghouse WGen3600v-vs-DuroStar DS4000S

COMPARISON – Westinghouse WGen3600v VS. DuroStar DS4000S

Portable

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The WGen3600v by Westinghouse is a lightweight, compact generator ideal for project use, camping, or for home use as an emergency backup during a power outage.

Yes

Yes, it is a portable machine

Starting Watts

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

4650 W.

Yes

4,000 watts

Running Stats

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

3600 W

Yes

3,300 watts

RV Ready

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is camp and RV ready.

Yes

It is RV ready

Gas Powered

Westinghouse WGen3600v

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 WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator runs for up to 13.5 hours at a time with a 4 gallon (15 L) gasoline fuel tank.

Yes

8 hours at 50% load

Recoil Start

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator has a recoil start method.

Yes

Yes, the generator is recoil started

Electric Start

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Dual Fuel

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

FUEL TYPE

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Running Amps. 30A. Peak Amps. 38A.

Yes

27.50A

VOLTAGE

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

AC: 120V 60 Hz

Yes

120 V

FREQUENCY

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

5.9 hp

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

212 cc Westinghouse OHV 4-stroke

Yes

4- Stroke

ENGINE SPEED

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

3600 RPM

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is CARB Compliant and cleared for use in all 50 states of the USA.

Yes

Yes it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

EPA Certified

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Thus generator is EPA Certified

Yes

Yes, it is certified by the EPA

Cold Start Technology

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The cold weather does not affect the start of this generator in anyway thanks to its remote start key fob.

Yes

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

Easy to Start

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is very easy to start. You do not have to be a professional to start it: so it's as simple as a push of a button to get it started

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

4.0 Gallons

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Runtime (Gasoline)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Up to 13.5 Hours

Yes

12.3 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Low Oil Shut-Off

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator features an automatic low oil shutdown.

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The generator has an emergency lifan engine camping 4-cycle gas powered air cooled OHV engine.

Yes

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

Engine Capacity

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

212cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator has a digital Hour Meter or voltmeter.

Noise Level (dBA)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It operates with as low as 69 dBA volume which is quiet enough not to interrupt an ongoing conversation.

Yes

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

Multi-Purpose

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It is multi-purpose since it is able to power up many appliances at ago such as lights, A/C and others.

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The generator is a heavy duty portable generator to handle your power needs and more.

Yes

Yes, it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Framed for Durability

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This generator is framed for durability.it is made with a long-lasting cast iron sleeve which is very durable.

Yes

Framed

Starting method

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Recoil to start

Yes

Recoil method

Westinghouse WGen3600v

Open Frame

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

This Westinghouse is an open frame generator.

Yes

it has got an open frame

Outlets

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Two 5-20R 20A 120V Outlets; One TT-30 30A 120V RV Outlet; One L5-30 30A 120V Outlet

Yes

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

Portable

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

The WGen3600v is the reliable and portable way to supply electricity to all of your essential electrical appliances.

Yes

it is a portable device

Weight

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

99 lbs

Yes

105 LBS/

Wheel type

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Has double fold-down handles for its flexible transportation/movement

Yes

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

Warranty

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

Has 3 year residential warranty with lifetime technical support from the company

Yes

3 years factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

23.3 x 17.5 x 18.7 inches

Included Accessories

Westinghouse WGen3600v

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 WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

It shuts down after sensing that the oil levels are low

Yes

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

Noise Level

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

69dBA

Yes

69 dB

DuroStar DS4000S

Pros

Westinghouse WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

In the expected price range Several accessories included RV Ready Recoil start CARB Compliant EPA certified 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 WGen3600v

DuroStar DS4000S

Yes

No wheels. No low oil indicator No solar indicator Not 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:	WINNER : Westinghouse WGen3600v Voltmeter
DESIGN:	DRAW :
SAFETY:	WINNER : DuroStar DS4000S Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION	DRAW :

Westinghouse WGen3600v VS. DuroStar DS4000S