Predator 4200 vs 5000 - The Differences
Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Predator 5000 and the Predator 4200.
But before checking out explanations regarding their power, portability, and features, here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 generators:
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As the 5000 and the 4200 are both Predator generators, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.
Power Comparison
The following charts are provided to show you at a glance how the main specs of the Predator 5000 compare to the Predator 4200.
- The 2 portable generators enjoy a dual-fuel technology, which allows them to run either on gasoline or propane, providing additional versatility and convenience.
- With a running wattage of 3,900 W, the Predator 5000 will allow to power more appliances and tools than the 3,200 running watts of the Predator 4200. Moreover, compared to the 4,200 starting watts of the 4200, the 5000 and its starting wattage of 5,000 W will give more power to start the appliances which require an additional boost to get their motor running.
- When loaded to 25% of their max capacity, the 5000 offers a higher runtime on a full tank than the 4200: it can operate for up to 18.2 hours, whereas the 4200 offers a maximum runtime of 8.25 hours.
- With a gasoline consumption at 25% load of 0.18 GPH (gallon per hour), the 4200 is more fuel efficient than the Predator 5000 and its 0.2 GPH. The former's operation will therefore cost less in terms of the money spent on gasoline. Inverter generators like these 2 are of the most fuel efficient (and quiet) type.
- Both generators offer a low THD (<3% for the Predator 5000 and <3% for the Predator 4200) and are therefore perfectly suitable to safely power your sensitive electronic devices.
- With 60 dBA, the noise emitted by the 4200 is slightly lower than the 60.5 dBA of the 5000. While this difference could seem insignificant, the former should still be easier on your ears.
Portability Comparison
- With dimensions of L21.3" x W12.6" x H18.9", the Predator 4200 offers a much more compact experience of power generation than the Predator 5000 and its L25" x W18" x H20.8".
- Weighing 65 lbs, the 4200 is much lighter than the 110 lbs of the 5000.
- As the 5000 benefits from a built-in set of wheels, it is easier to move it once on the ground than the 4200, because the latter doesn't have one. The 5000 has a telescopic handle and the 4200 a standard handle, to help you better manipulate them.
Feature Comparison
- These two devices can both be reliably started thanks to a conventional pull-start mechanism. However, the Predator 5000 also benefits from a convenient electric starter. The Predator 5000 offers another layer of convenience, as it can be remotely started.
- The 5000 and the 4200 both offer 3 AC outlets. None of them feature GFCI outlets. Both of them also feature a DC output. In addition, it is worth noting that they both only produce 120V.
- Each of these 2 portable generators is equipped with a data center allowing you to conveniently monitor some aspects of the power output. Besides that, these 2 products are equipped with a fuel gauge allowing to see their fuel level at a glance. For the 4200, this fuel gauge is digital and part of the data center.
- Both units benefit from Predator's CO Secure carbon monoxide monitoring technology.
TL;DR
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