Comparative Automotive Research has identified no less than 91 advantages that the GMC Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has over the Dodge Ram 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
| MSRP Range | |
| GMC Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | |
| Dodge Ram 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | |
Engine
The standard engine in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is larger than the standard engine in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as detailed below by trim:
| Standard Engine | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 4.8L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 5.3L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 4.8L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 5.3L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 5.3L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 5.3L V8 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 4.3L V6 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 4.7L V8 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 4.7L V8 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 3.7L V6 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 3.7L V6 | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 4.7L V8, 315 HP vs. 310 HP.
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD's engines reach maximum power at lower RPM's than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2's engines, as detailed below by trim and engine:
| RPM's to Peak Torque | RPM's to Peak HP | |||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box 4.3L V6 | 2800 | 4600 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V8 | - | 5200 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box 4.8L V8 | - | 5600 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box 4.8L V8 | - | 5600 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V8 | - | 5200 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V8 | - | 5200 | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V8 | - | 5200 | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB 3.7L V6 | 4000 | 5200 | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB 3.7L V6 | 4000 | 5200 | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB 4.7L V8 | - | 5650 | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB 4.7L V8 | - | 5650 | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB 5.7L V8 | - | 5600 | ||||
The standard engines in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD have more torque (low-end power) than those in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as detailed by trim and engine below:
| Torque | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V8 | 335 lb-ft | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V8 | 335 lb-ft | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V8 | 335 lb-ft | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V8 | 335 lb-ft | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box 4.3L V6 | 260 lb-ft | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB 4.7L V8 | 330 lb-ft | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB 4.7L V8 | 330 lb-ft | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB 3.7L V6 | 235 lb-ft | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB 3.7L V6 | 235 lb-ft | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as detailed below by trim level and engine:
| Power To Weight Ratio | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box 4.8L V8 | 16.2 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V8 | 16.4 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box 4.8L V8 | 16.2 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V8 | 16.4 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V8 | 16.4 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V8 | 16.4 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB 3.7L V6 | 21.4 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB 3.7L V6 | 21.4 | |||
Reliability
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a larger engine displacement than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2. Engines with larger displacements can produce more power, with less stress, reducing wear and prolonging engine life. Details by engine below:
| Displacement CC | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 4.3L V6 | 4300 cc | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 4.8L V8 | 4807 cc | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD 5.3L V8 | 5328 cc | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 3.7L V6 | 3701 cc | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 4.7L V8 | 4701 cc | |||
Corrosion Warranty
GMC Truck's corrosion warranty provides better protection than Ram's. This warranty protects against rust-through (sheetmetal perforation).
| Corrosion Warranty Months | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | 72 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | 60 | |||
Fuel Economy and Emissions
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a larger fuel tank than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, which may give it a greater range before having to stop to refuel, as detailed below:
| Fuel Capacity | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | 34.0 gal. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 26.0 gal. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 32.0 gal. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 26.0 gal. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 32.0 gal. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 26.0 gal. | |||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is more fuel efficient than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2. Superior fuel efficiency makes the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD both more environmentally friendly and less expensive to operate than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
| Fuel Economy Hwy | Fuel Economy City | |||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box 4.3L V6 | - | 15 mpg. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V8 | 21 mpg. | 15 mpg. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V8 | 21 mpg. | 15 mpg. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V8 | 21 mpg. | 15 mpg. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V8 | 21 mpg. | 15 mpg. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB 3.7L V6 | - | 14 mpg. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB 3.7L V6 | - | 14 mpg. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB 4.7L V8 | 19 mpg. | 14 mpg. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB 4.7L V8 | 19 mpg. | 14 mpg. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB 5.7L V8 | 20 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 gets more miles from a tank of fuel than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as detailed below by trim and engine:
| Driving Distance | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box 4.8L V8 | 416 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box 5.3L V8 | 442 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box 4.8L V8 | 416 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box 5.3L V8 | 442 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box 5.3L V8 | 442 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box 5.3L V8 | 442 mi. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box 4.3L V6 | 442 mi. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB 5.7L V8 | 416 mi. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB 4.7L V8 | 390 mi. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB 4.7L V8 | 390 mi. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB 3.7L V6 | 416 mi. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB 3.7L V6 | 416 mi. | |||
Cost to Own
The base MSRP on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is less than the base MSRP on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 as shown in the table below.
| Base Price MSRP | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 26,340 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 28,380 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 30,125 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 30,875 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 31,685 | |||
Airbags
Both the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD and the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 feature Standard driver and passenger air bags.
Restraints
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, lap and shoulder belts (3-point restraints) together are 10% safer than lap belts alone, protecting the passenger from head injury and preventing internal injuries more common with lap belts alone. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD provides Standard 3-point restraints for the passenger in the rear center seating positions while a 3-point center belt is is Not Available in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB.
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, shown below by trim level and transmission type:
| Curb Weight AT | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 4,885 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 5,259 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 4,885 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 4,885 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 5,259 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 4,885 lbs. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 5,259 lbs. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 4,525 lbs. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 4,675 lbs. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 4,684 lbs. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 4,834 lbs. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 4,764 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 is longer than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Length | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 230.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 249.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 230.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 249.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 230.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 249.2 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 230.2 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 209.0 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 231.0 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 209.0 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 231.0 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 209.0 in. | |||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is equipped with Standard RWD.
Keyless entry increases your personal safety by enabling you to enter and exit your vehicle without fumbling with your keys. And, in addition, by letting you lock and unlock your vehicle without using your keys, it increases the chances that you will lock it. Of course, it also comes in handy when your hands are full. The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) comes with Standard keyless entry while that feature is Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
As shown below, a panic button is more commonly found on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD's remote control than on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2's. When depressed, the panic button activates the vehicle's alarm system (horn, lights, etc.), allowing the driver to notify anyone nearby that they are in danger or need assistance.
| Panic Button or Alarm | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
An anti-theft stereo is a strong theft deterrent, as the radio is disabled and rendered useless when removed from the vehicle. You are more likely to find this anti-theft feature on stereos in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than those in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Anti-Theft Radio | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
A vehicle theft tracking/notification system can assist authorities to track and pin-point your vehicle location in the event of theft. This system is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Vehicle Theft Tracking | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
Fog lights are Standard on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) but they are Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (SLT LWB, SLT SWB, ST SWB). Fog lights are very effective at improving visibility in foggy and other difficult driving situations.
CapacitiesInterior Space
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a greater standard seating capacity than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Seating | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 6 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 6 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 6 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 5 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 5 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 6 | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 6 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 2 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 3 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 3 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 3 | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 3 | |||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has more interior space than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 in the following areas:
| Leg Room, Front | Head Room, Front | |||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | 41.3 in. | 41.2 in. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | 41.0 in. | 40.3 in. | ||||
Cargo Space
Standard front fold-down armrests provide the driver and front passenger a place to rest their forearms for added comfort and reduced driving fatigue. Front fold-down armrests are Not Available in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB.
The Standard second row split seat allows Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) owners the flexibility for both storage and passenger seating. A second row split seat is Not Available in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
Locking interior storage compartments are useful for carrying important information and/or protecting small valuables stored inside the vehicle. Locking storage is more commonly found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Locking Storage | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | Not Available | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | Not Available | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | Optional | |||
Payload and Towing
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a higher towing capacity than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, meaning it can pull a larger total weight - trailer and contents.
| Tow Capacity, Max | Tow Capacity, Std | |||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 9,700 lbs. | 4,400 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 9,500 lbs. | 6,700 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | - | 4,700 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 10,700 lbs. | 4,700 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 9,500 lbs. | 6,700 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 10,700 lbs. | 6,900 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 9,500 lbs. | 6,700 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 9,100 lbs. | 3,750 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 10,400 lbs. | 3,750 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 9,100 lbs. | - | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 10,400 lbs. | - | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 9,100 lbs. | - | ||||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a higher payload capacity than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, meaning it can handle a greater total weight of passengers and cargo.
| Payload Capacity, Max | Payload Capacity, Std | |||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 1515 lbs. | 1515 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 1641 lbs. | 1641 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 1515 lbs. | 1515 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 1515 lbs. | 1515 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 1641 lbs. | 1641 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 1515 lbs. | 1515 lbs. | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 1641 lbs. | 1641 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 1480 lbs. | 1450 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 1580 lbs. | 1340 lbs. | ||||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 1580 lbs. | 1580 lbs. | ||||
Chassis
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Std Box, Work Truck Std Box) is shorter than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (SLT LWB, ST LWB) , 230.2 in. vs. 231.0 in., so it will be easier to handle and maneuver.
The 'track' (distance between the wheels), of the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD is greater than that of the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2. A wider track produces better handling and a more stable ride.
| Track, Front | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD | 68.1 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | 68.0 in. | |||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD's wheelbase is longer than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2's, producing a smoother ride and more stable handling, as detailed below:
| Wheelbase | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SL Std Box | 143.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | 157.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | 143.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | 157.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | 143.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Long Box | 157.5 in. | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD Work Truck Std Box | 143.5 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 R/T SWB | 120.5 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | 140.5 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | 120.5 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | 140.5 in. | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | 120.5 in. | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (SLT LWB, SLT SWB, ST LWB, ST SWB).
In addition to the obvious cosmetic benefit of alloy wheels, they are lighter than traditional steel wheels, providing better performance. Alloy wheels are Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB but are offered as a Standard feature on the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box).
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) features Standard chrome-plated wheels, for improved looks and increased value. Chrome-plated wheels are Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
AdvantagesAdditional 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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | Not Available | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
Power front lumbar support gives the occupant precise control over their lower back support. Power front lumbar support is a more common feature in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Front Power Lumbar Support | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | Not Available | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as detailed below:
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) has convenient Standard power door locks, while this feature is Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB), power windows are Optional.
Illuminated vanity mirrors are a convenience feature more likely to be found in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD than the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Illuminated Vanity Mirror | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT LWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 SLT SWB | Optional | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST LWB | Not Available | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 ST SWB | Not Available | |||
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD (SL Std Box, SLE Long Box, SLE Std Box, SLT Long Box, SLT Std Box) has a Standard lockout/override feature for its power windows. This allows the driver to disable to power window controls, preventing small children from accidentally rolling down the rear windows. This window lockout/override feature is Not Available on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below.
| Automatic Climate Control | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2, as shown below:
| Separate Driver / Front Passenger Climate Controls | ||||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Long Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLE Std Box | Optional | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Long Box | Standard | |||
| Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD SLT Std Box | Standard | |||
| 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 | Not Available | |||
On long road trips in the Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD, drivers can engage the Standard cruise control, reducing fatigue. Cruise control is Optional in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
The Sierra 1500 Ext Cab 2WD has a Standard trip computer which provides helpful information to the driver. A trip computer is Optional in the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).
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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 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 1500 Reg Cab 4x2.
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 Optional on the 1500 Reg Cab 4x2 (ST LWB, ST SWB).