Predator 4200 vs 2500 - The Differences
Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Predator 2500 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 2500 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 2500 compare to the Predator 4200.
- The Predator 4200 is a dual fuel generator. Thus, it has the advantage of being able to run either on gasoline or propane, whereas the other generator only runs on gasoline.
- The 187cc engine of the 4200 is significantly bigger than the 2500's engine, which has a displacement of 98cc.
- With a running wattage of 3,200 W, the Predator 4200 will allow to power more appliances and tools than the 2,000 running watts of the Predator 2500. Moreover, compared to the 2,500 starting watts of the 2500, the 4200 and its starting wattage of 4,200 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 2500 offers a higher runtime on a full tank than the 4200: it can operate for up to 10.2 hours, whereas the 4200 offers a maximum runtime of 8.25 hours.
- With a gasoline consumption at 25% load of 0.13 GPH (gallon per hour), the Predator 2500 is more fuel efficient than the 4200 and its 0.18 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 2500 and <3% for the Predator 4200) and are therefore perfectly suitable to safely power your sensitive electronic devices.
- With 58 dBA, the noise emitted by the 2500 is slightly lower than the 60 dBA of the 4200. While this difference could seem insignificant, the former should still be easier on your ears.
Portability Comparison
- When compared, the Predator 2500 and its dimensions of L20.4" x W11.6" x H19.1" offer a slightly more compact experience than the L21.3" x W12.6" x H18.9" of the Predator 4200.
- Weighing 46 lbs, the 2500 is much lighter than the 65 lbs of the 4200.
- Both offer a handle, which improves your grip when you wish to move them around.
Feature Comparison
- Both devices can get running via a conventional pull-start mechanism.
- With a total of 3 AC outlets, the 4200 offers more AC receptacles than the 2500, which has 2 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.
- Being equipped with a data center, the Predator 4200 allows for a better monitoring of its power generation than the Predator 2500. 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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