Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs GMC Sierra 1500 Classic
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic
Overview
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XLT | Work Truck |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Regular Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2010 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,210 | $15,840 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal | 26 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp (best) | 195 hp |
| Torque | 254 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4 L | 4.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Towing capacity | 5,250 lbs | 8,400 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,390 lbs | 1,889 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,583 lbs | 4,211 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in | 10.6 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 130.5 in (best) | 119 in |
| Length | 210.2 in (best) | 205.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.5 in (best) |
| Height | 71.6 in (best) | 71.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford Explorer Sport TracXLT | GMC Sierra 1500 ClassicWork Truck |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | GMC Sierra 1500 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XLT $28,210 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Work Truck $15,840 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XLT $30,735 MSRP | Work Truck $16,115 MSRP |
| 3 | Limited $33,065 MSRP | Work Truck $21,465 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited $35,590 MSRP | Work Truck $24,515 MSRP |
| 5 | Limited $35,590 MSRP | Work Truck $20,715 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Work Truck $20,960 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Work Truck $25,845 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Work Truck $27,060 MSRP |
| 9 | — | SL1 $20,310 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SL1 $20,750 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SL1 $25,215 MSRP |
| 12 | — | SL1 $26,245 MSRP |
| 13 | — | SL1 $25,850 MSRP |
| 14 | — | SL1 $26,295 MSRP |
| 15 | — | SL1 $27,580 MSRP |
| 16 | — | SL1 $28,790 MSRP |
| 17 | — | SLE1 $23,850 MSRP |
| 18 | — | SLE1 $24,140 MSRP |
| 19 | — | SLE1 $26,555 MSRP |
| 20 | — | SLE1 $27,430 MSRP |
| 21 | — | SLE1 $27,730 MSRP |
| 22 | — | SLE1 $29,015 MSRP |
| 23 | — | SLE1 $27,560 MSRP |
| 24 | — | SLE1 $27,850 MSRP |
| 25 | — | SLE1 $29,380 MSRP |
| 26 | — | SLE1 $30,255 MSRP |
| 27 | — | SLE1 $30,550 MSRP |
| 28 | — | SLE1 $31,965 MSRP |
| 29 | — | SL2 $25,325 MSRP |
| 30 | — | SL2 $26,820 MSRP |
| 31 | — | SL2 $28,845 MSRP |
| 32 | — | SL2 $30,340 MSRP |
| 33 | — | SLE2 $28,915 MSRP |
| 34 | — | SLE2 $29,065 MSRP |
| 35 | — | SLE2 $29,355 MSRP |
| 36 | — | SLE2 $30,930 MSRP |
| 37 | — | SLE2 $31,735 MSRP |
| 38 | — | SLE2 $32,025 MSRP |
| 39 | — | SLE2 $32,170 MSRP |
| 40 | — | SLE2 $33,755 MSRP |
| 41 | — | SLT $30,675 MSRP |
| 42 | — | SLT $30,825 MSRP |
| 43 | — | SLT $31,115 MSRP |
| 44 | — | SLT $32,690 MSRP |
| 45 | — | SLT $33,495 MSRP |
| 46 | — | SLT $33,785 MSRP |
| 47 | — | SLT $33,935 MSRP |
| 48 | — | SLT $35,520 MSRP |
| 49 | — | Denali $39,125 MSRP |
Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs GMC Sierra 1500 Classic FAQ
- Which is better: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic starts lower at $15,840.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- The 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (15,840).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- The 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- The 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic leads on horsepower in this comparison (345).
- Which has better seats: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- The 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac or 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- The 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (10,400).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).