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Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) vs Honda EM6500SXK2

Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175)

7000 W running · dual-fuel

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Honda EM6500SXK2

5500 W running · gas

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What is the difference?

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) has 7 kW of running power, 8.5 kW peak. The Honda EM6500SXK2 has 5.5 kW of running power, 6.5 kW peak.

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) is dual-fuel, the Honda EM6500SXK2 runs on gas.

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) has a 5.3 gal tank, the Honda EM6500SXK2 has a 6.2 gal tank.

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) weighs 214 lb, the Honda EM6500SXK2 weighs 232 lb. The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) is easier to carry.

Specs side by side

	Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175)	Honda EM6500SXK2
Running W	7000	5500
Peak W	8500	6500
Fuel	dual-fuel	gas
Tank (gal)	5.3	6.2
Run time @50 % (h)	—	—
Noise (dB)	64	—
CO shutoff	yes	yes
Weight (lb)	214	232
Warranty (yr)	3	—
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Specs as read from manufacturer pages on 2026-10-26 / 2026-10-31. Specs one maker does not list are left out of the comparison. Sponsored links; we may earn a commission.

Common questions

Which has more running watts, Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) or Honda EM6500SXK2?

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175). More running watts: 7000 W vs 5500 W.

Which is lighter, Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175) or Honda EM6500SXK2?

The Champion 8500-Watt Dual Fuel Inverter (201175). Lighter: 214 lb vs 232 lb.

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