GMC Sierra 2500 vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the GMC Sierra 2500 and Chevrolet Silverado 1500 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the GMC Sierra 2500 and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
In comparing the GMC Sierra 2500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 2500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Sierra 2500's and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's specifications and ratings, the GMC Sierra 2500 is a better car than the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Pricing: A used 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 ranges from $2,971 to $18,784 while a used 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is priced between $4,500 to $15,908.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the GMC Sierra 2500’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 195 horsepower.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the GMC Sierra 2500 and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are available in Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The GMC Sierra 2500 offers bed lengths of 78.7 and 97.6 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.2, 78.7, 97.6 inches.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has an average safety rating of 4.40 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,370
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$25,590
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$23,185 - $29,700
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,395
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$24,760
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$16,495 - $40,755
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$11,463
Price Range:
$2,971 - $18,784
Category Avg Price:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$16,149
Category Avg Price Range:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
$11,463 - $21,907
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
172,548
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,129
Price Range:
$4,500 - $15,908
Category Avg Price:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$10,043
Category Avg Price Range:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
$8,264 - $16,693
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
69
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
192,460
# Good or Great Deals:
15
GMC Sierra 2500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Sierra 2500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Silverado 1500
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Heavy Duty Pickup Trucks)
0.8 - 4.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Full-Size Pickup Trucks)
0.9 - 6.9
GMC Sierra 2500 Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Rankings
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5 out of / 8Available 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, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.2 inches, 78.7 inches, 97.6 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
GMC Sierra 2500 Trim Levels
Base, SLE, SLT, Work Truck
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT, Work Truck, Z71
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):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.40 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
360 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
10800 lbs
Max Payload:
3570 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
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:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
65.2 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:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5030 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
222.1 inches
Wheelbase:
133 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4142 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
LT245/75R16E
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/75R16
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige Metallic
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Marine Blue Metallic
Gray
Carbon Metallic
Green
Polo Green Metallic
Red
Fire Red
Silver
Silver Birch Metallic
White
Summit White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sandstone Metallic
Black
Black
Blue
Arrival Blue Metallic
Gray
Dark Gray Metallic
Green
Dark Green Metallic
Red
Victory Red
Silver
Silver Birch Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Beige
Neutral
Gray
Dark Pewter
Interior Colors
Beige
Tan
Gray
Dark Charcoal
