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| Specification | Honda EM6500SX | Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 5500 W | Winner: Winner: 6000 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 W | Winner: Winner: 7250 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 64 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | 231.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 118 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9.8 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 6.2 gal | 3.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 41.4 x 27.8 x 28.3 | 24 x 19 x 22 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda iGX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 312 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 6000 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 W | 7250 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 | 9.8 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 6500 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 | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 786102007429 | 814726027629 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 6000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 7250 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 6500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.8 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| AC Outlet Types | AC outlets2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Honda iGX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 312 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 312 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.8 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Battery and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | EM6500SXK2AN | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Honda EM6500SX is a 6500-watt generator equipped with an electric start, Bluetooth capability, and CO-MINDER for advanced carbon monoxide detection. It offers a long run time of up to 9.8 hours and can power a variety of household appliances. | The Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO is a 7250-watt peak and 6000-watt rated dual-fuel inverter generator with CO Alert and remote start, suitable for various power needs. |