GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier
In comparing the GMC Sierra 1500's and the Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of reliability and overall quality score. The Nissan Frontier has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The GMC Sierra 1500 and Nissan Frontier have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Sierra 1500's and the Nissan Frontier's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Frontier is a better car than the GMC Sierra 1500.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier Pricing
A used 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $48,876 to $87,263 while a used 2024 Nissan Frontier is priced between $33,403 to $47,143. For a new model, the GMC Sierra 1500's price is between $49,178 and $87,737, with the Nissan Frontier priced between $34,394 and $48,914.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value and the Nissan Frontier loses 27.8 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Frontier retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Sierra 1500.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Nissan Frontier's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Nissan Frontier being ranked 6 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
GMC Sierra 1500 vs. Nissan Frontier Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Nissan Frontier the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Frontier.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the base engine of both the GMC Sierra 1500 and the Nissan Frontier makes 310 horsepower.
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 Nissan Frontier is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration. The GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, and 98.2 inches, and the Nissan Frontier offers bed lengths of 58.9, 59.5, 72.7, 73.3 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the GMC Sierra 1500 has higher safety ratings than the Nissan Frontier, with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49178 - 87737
Used Asking Price:
48876 - 87263
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34394 - 48914
Used Asking Price:
33403 - 47143
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.277589
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Nissan Frontier Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.041259 / 10
Reliability:
8.123778 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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13 out of / 17Nissan Frontier Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
58.9 inches, 59.5 inches, 72.7 inches, 73.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
AT4, AT4X, Denali, Denali Ultimate, Elevation, Elevation Standard, Pro, SLE, SLT
Nissan Frontier Trim Levels
PRO-4X, PRO-X, S, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload:
2230 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
281 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1590 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
85.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4440 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
211 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4367 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
126 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
265/70R16