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| Specification | Energizer eZV8000 | Pulsar PGD40iSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6500 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 76 dB | Winner: Winner: 59 dB |
| Weight | 194 lbs | Winner: Winner: 46 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15.5 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5.5 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28 x 28 x 30 | 18.9 x 11.4 x 17.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke | 145 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6500 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 8000 W | 4000 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15.5 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | Not available | 814726027674 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 3200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 4000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 145 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15.5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | INVEZV8000CD | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Energizer eZV8000 is a 6,500-watt inverter generator built around a 420cc OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage places it squarely in the mid-to-heavy duty range, capable of powering multiple household appliances simultaneously. A typical home refrigerator (600 watts), microwave (1000 watts), and several lights (300 watts) can run together, leaving headroom for power tools or additional devices. The 8,000-watt peak rating handles the inrush demand when motors first spin up. Because the eZV8000 runs on gasoline and includes inverter technology with less than 3% THD, users can safely power laptops, TVs, and other sensitive electronics without risk of damage from power spikes. The 5.5-gallon fuel tank delivers 15.5 hours of runtime at 25% load, meaning a full tank can sustain light-duty operation through an entire workday or camping trip. | The Pulsar PGD40iSCO is a 4,000-watt inverter generator featuring a 145cc OHV air-cooled engine, providing 3,200 running watts and 4,000 peak watts. It operates quietly at 59 dB and offers up to 4.5 hours of runtime at half load. Equipped with CO Sentry for carbon monoxide detection, it ensures safety during operation. |