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| Specification | Honda EG6500CL | NorthStar c13000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 5500 W | Winner: Winner: 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 W | Winner: Winner: 13000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 70 dB | 72 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 179 lbs | 387 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | Winner: Winner: 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 6.3 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.8 x 20.9 x 22.5 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 W | 13000 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 | 10 h | 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | Not available |
| UPC | 786102005333 | 840321737458 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 10500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 13000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV V-Twin |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 688 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10.9 |
| 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 | No accessories included | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | EG6500CLAT1 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Honda EG6500CL is a 6,500-watt maximum output, gasoline-powered portable generator featuring a 389cc Honda GX390 engine, designed for reliable power supply in various applications. | The NorthStar c13000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding jobsites, offering 13,000 surge watts and 10,500 rated watts of power. |
