Generac GP8000E COsense vs Westinghouse WGen12000DF
The Westinghouse WGen12000DF is the more powerful unit: 12,000 running watts against 8,000 — about 33% more capacity for the Westinghouse WGen12000DF. The Westinghouse WGen12000DF offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane) where the Generac GP8000E COsense runs on gasoline.
| Generac GP8000E COsense | Westinghouse WGen12000DF | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 8000 W | 12000 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 10000 W | 15000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | — | 10800 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | — | 13500 W |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 10 h | — |
| Fuel tank | 7.9 gal | 10.5 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Transfer-switch-ready outlet | 30 A | 50 A |
| Outlets | — | 2x 5-20R, L5-30R, L14-30R, 14-50R, 2x USB |
| Start type | electric | remote electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | — |
| Engine displacement | 420 cc | 713 cc |
| Weight | 198 lb | 352 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Generac GP8000E COsense or the Westinghouse WGen12000DF?
The Westinghouse WGen12000DF, at 12,000 running watts on its best fuel versus 8,000 W. Remember that dual-fuel and natural-gas ratings are lower than gasoline ratings — the comparison table shows the published per-fuel figures.
Where do these specifications come from?
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