GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Chevrolet S-10
When we compare the GMC Sierra 1500's and the Chevrolet S-10's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Chevrolet S-10 has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. Based on this comparison of the GMC Sierra 1500's and the Chevrolet S-10's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 1500 is a better car than the Chevrolet S-10.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Chevrolet S-10 Pricing
A used 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $4,799 to $16,897 while a used 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is priced between $3,700 to $14,196.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Sierra 1500’s base engine makes 195 horsepower, and the Chevrolet S-10 base engine makes 190 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The S-10 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 306 miles. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Chevrolet S-10. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The GMC Sierra 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab, or a Regular Cab configuration, and the Chevrolet S-10 is available in a Crew Cab configuration. The GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, and 97.6 inches, and the Chevrolet S-10 offers a bed length of 55.2 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The GMC Sierra 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4799 - 16897
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3700 - 14196
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Chevrolet S-10 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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2 out of / 19Ranking
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13 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 17Chevrolet S-10 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
55.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
Base, Denali, SLE, SLT, Work Truck
Chevrolet S-10 Trim Levels
LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
195 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Max Payload:
1958 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5200 lbs
Max Payload:
1067 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
238 / 306 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4142 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4083 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
205.3 inches
Wheelbase:
122.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R15