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Comparative Automotive Research has identified no less than 67 advantages that the GMC Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has over the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD.


MSRP Range
GMC Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD$26,340 - $36,855
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD$30,320 - $39,290

Performance

Engine

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box, Work Truck Long Box) has a larger standard engine, a 5.3L V8, than the standard engine in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box), which has a 4.8L V8.

The standard engine in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 5.3L V8 is more powerful, with more horsepower than the standard engine in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD 4.8L V8, 315 HP vs. 302 HP.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD's engines reach maximum power at lower RPM's than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD's engines, as detailed below by trim and engine:

RPM's to Peak TorqueRPM's to Peak HP
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V840005200
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V840005200
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V840005200
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V840005200
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box 4.8L V846005600
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short Box 4.8L V846005600
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short Box 4.8L V846005600

With 335 lb-ft of torque, the standard engine in Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 5.3L V8 has more low-end power than the standard engine in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD 4.8L V8, which has 305 lb-ft of torque.

Power-to-weight ratio illustrates the relationship between curb weight and horsepower (Curb Weight / Horsepower). As a rule, the lower the ratio, the faster the vehicle. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD, has a lower power-to-weight ratio than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as detailed below by trim level and engine:

Power To Weight Ratio
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box 4.8L V816.2
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V816.4
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box 4.8L V816.2
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V816.4
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V816.4
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V816.4
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short Box 4.8L V816.9
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short Box 4.8L V816.9
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box 4.8L V816.9

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) offers a Standard oil gauge enabling the driver to monitor the engine's oil pressure. An oil gauge is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) provides a Standard battery gauge that shows the condition of the vehicle's charging system. This feature is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

Reliability

The standard engine in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 5.3L V8 has an larger displacement than the standard engine in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD 4.8L V8, 5328 cc vs. 4807 cc. Engines with larger displacements can produce more power, with less stress, reducing wear and prolonging engine life.

Stop and go traffic, towing and driving in hot weather all cause additional stress on your engine, increasing the engine oil temperature, reducing its ability to lubricate, cool and prevent premature component fatigue. An engine oil cooler combats these problems and is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below:

Oil Cooler
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxOptional
Economy

Fuel Economy and Emissions

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLT Long Box, Work Truck Long Box) has a larger fuel tank than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, 34.0 gal. vs. 26.0 gal. This may give it a greater range before having to stop to refuel.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is more fuel efficient than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD. Superior fuel efficiency makes the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD both more environmentally friendly and less expensive to operate than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD.

Fuel Economy HwyFuel Economy City
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V821 mpg.15 mpg.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V821 mpg.15 mpg.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V821 mpg.15 mpg.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V821 mpg.15 mpg.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box 4.8L V819 mpg.14 mpg.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short Box 4.8L V819 mpg.14 mpg.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short Box 4.8L V819 mpg.14 mpg.

*Mileage statistics shown are for each vehicle with its standard transmission. Fuel economy is only compared for like engines (i.e. 4 cyl. to 4 cyl.)

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 5.3L V8 gets more miles from a tank of fuel than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD 4.8L V8, 442 mi. vs. 416 mi.

Cost to Own

The base MSRP on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is less than the base MSRP on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD as shown in the table below.

Base Price MSRP
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box26,340
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box28,380
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box30,125
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box30,875
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box31,925
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box36,555
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box36,855
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box30,320
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short Box31,995
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short Box32,770
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short Box34,525
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LTZ Short Box39,290
Safety and Security

Airbags

Both the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD and the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD feature Standard driver and passenger air bags.

General Safety

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, heavier vehicles are safer in collisions and less affected by crosswinds than lighter vehicles. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is heavier than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, shown below by trim level and transmission type:

Curb Weight AT
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box5,259 lbs.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box5,259 lbs.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box5,259 lbs.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD5,099 lbs.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, longer vehicles can protect you better in both single and multiple-vehicle crashes because they have longer crumple zones, which can reduce damage to the internal safety cage and spread the crash forces. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLT Long Box, Work Truck Long Box) is longer than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, 249.2 in. vs. 230.2 in.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is equipped with Standard RWD.

An anti-theft stereo is offered as a Standard feature on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box). This provides a strong theft deterrent, as the radio is disabled and rendered useless when removed from the vehicle. This anti-theft feature is Optional in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) come with an Standard vehicle theft tracking/notification system that can assist authorities to track and pin-point vehicle location in the event of theft. This type of theft tracking system is Optional in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box.

Adjustable foot pedals, Optional in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box), provide for a more comfortable reach to the pedals and allow the driver to sit at a safe distance from the steering wheel and airbag. This feature is Not Available on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

Fog lights are very effective at improving visibility in foggy and other difficult driving situations. You are more likely to find fog lights on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as detailed below:

Fog Lamps
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional
Capacities

Interior Space

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, Work Truck Long Box, Work Truck Std Box) has a greater standard seating capacity, with room for 6 passengers. The Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LTZ Short Box can only accommodate 5 passengers.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has more interior space than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD in the following areas:

Shoulder Room, Rear
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD65.3 in.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD65.1 in.

Payload and Towing

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a higher towing capacity than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, meaning it can pull a larger total weight - trailer and contents.

Tow Capacity, MaxTow Capacity, Std
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box9,700 lbs.-
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box9,500 lbs.6,700 lbs.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box10,700 lbs.-
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box9,500 lbs.6,700 lbs.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box10,700 lbs.6,900 lbs.
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box9,500 lbs.6,700 lbs.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box9,600 lbs.4,700 lbs.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short Box6,700 lbs.4,700 lbs.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short Box10,600 lbs.4,700 lbs.
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short Box7,000 lbs.-
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LTZ Short Box10,600 lbs.6,800 lbs.
Suspension and Handling

Chassis

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD's wheelbase is longer than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD's, 157.5 in. vs. 143.5 in., producing a smoother ride and more stable handling.

Wheels and Tires

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) comes standard with lower profile, 65 series tires (height to width ratio), which may provide better handling than the 70 series tires standard on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

In addition to the obvious cosmetic benefit of alloy wheels, they are lighter than traditional steel wheels, providing better performance. You are more likely to find alloy wheels on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below:

Alloy Wheels
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Advantages

Additional Features

A multi-adjustable power driver seat allows drivers to customize their seating position for maximum comfort and performance. This type of seat is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below:

Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

A multi-adjustable power passenger seat, allowing passengers to customize their seating position for maximum comfort, is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below:

Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) has a Standard front power memory seat. This feature allows the driver to store their customized seating position then conveniently activate it when they get into the vehicle. A front power memory seat is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features Standard power front lumbar support giving the occupant precise control over their lower back support. Power front lumbar support is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

A heated front seat is Standard in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box), providing additional comfort in very cold weather. This feature is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

The Optional cooled front seats in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) offer increased comfort on very hot days by reducing the temperature of the seating surface. Cooled front seats are Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

Leather seating is a much sought after feature for new car buyers, offering exceptional luxury and style, superior comfort, ease of maintenance and improved resale value. You are more likely to find leather seating in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as detailed below:

Leather Seats
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features a Optional built-in universal remote control system that is able to learn the codes for other remote controlled devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, etc., then allow you to control them from your vehicle with the touch of one button. This type of universal control system is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features a Optional navigational aid system, providing maps, driving directions and location assistance. A navigation system is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

Compact disc players offer the highest quality audio available. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) offers a Standard CD player but it is Optional in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features a Standard hands free or voice activated telephone. This feature is Optional in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box.

For added convenience, power windows come Standard in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box). With the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box, power windows are Not Available.

Rear window defoggers use a small of heat to clear the rear window of fog or frost. You are more likely to find a rear defogger in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown in the table below:

Rear Defogger
GMC Truck Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
GMC Truck Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Chevrolet Truck Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxOptional
Chevrolet Truck Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Chevrolet Truck Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxOptional
Chevrolet Truck Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

Illuminated vanity mirrors are Standard in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) but Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

An automatic climate control system controls the temperature, fan speed, and vents to maintain a consistent environment within the passenger compartment. This type of climate control system is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below.

Automatic Climate Control
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

Dual-zone climate controls allow the driver and front passenger to control their own climate conditions. This advanced climate control system is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD, as shown below:

Separate Driver / Front Passenger Climate Controls
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std BoxOptional
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long BoxStandard
Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std BoxStandard
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LS Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD LT Short BoxOptional
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short BoxNot Available
Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD XFE Short BoxOptional

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) has a Standard compass that helps drivers determine their geographic direction. A compass is Not Available in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, Work Truck Short Box).

With a Optional power sunroof, a touch of a button is all Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) owners need to let the sun or the stars shine in. In contrast, bringing in the great outdoors will be more difficult in the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box) as a power sunroof is Not Available.

The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features a Standard passenger-side exterior mirror that automatically tilts downward when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, improving the driver's rear vision. A tilt-down rearview mirror is Not Available on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD (LS Short Box, LT Short Box, Work Truck Short Box, XFE Short Box).

Heated exterior mirrors are Standard on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box), keeping them clear and giving the driver improved visibility. That feature is Not Available on the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2WD Work Truck Short Box.

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