Chevrolet SSR vs GMC Sierra 1500 HD
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SLE1 |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,240 | $29,745 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $18,779 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $26,740 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $35,350 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 4 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 25 gal | 26 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 395 hp (best) | 300 hp |
| Torque | 400 lb-ft (best) | 360 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 6 L | 6 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 22.5 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lbs | 10,200 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,349 lbs | 3,129 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,701 lbs (best) | 5,471 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 7.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 116 in | 153 in (best) |
| Length | 191.5 in | 239.7 in (best) |
| Width | 78.6 in | 79.7 in (best) |
| Height | 63.8 in | 77 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet SSRBase | GMC Sierra 1500 HDSLE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet SSR | GMC Sierra 1500 HD |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $39,240 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SLE1 $29,745 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | SLE1 $33,115 MSRP |
| 3 | — | SLE2 $31,405 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SLE2 $34,640 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SLT $33,330 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SLT $36,525 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Chevrolet SSR vs GMC Sierra 1500 HD FAQ
- Which is better: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 Chevrolet SSR vs 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD starts lower at $29,745. Live Chevrolet SSR listings start at $18,779.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- The 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (29,745).
- Which has better horsepower: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- The 2006 Chevrolet SSR leads on horsepower in this comparison (395).
- Which has better seats: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- The 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2006 Chevrolet SSR or 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?
- The 2006 GMC Sierra 1500 HD leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (10,200).