2025 GMC
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2024 Hyundai
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| MPG - City | 14 - 21 MPG | 19 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 17 - 23 MPG | 25 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 2 - 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 62.9 - 89.1 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 305 - 420 hp | 191 - 281 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 8,800 - 13,200 lbs | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 211.0 - 242.5 in | 195.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 81.2 - 81.2 in | 75.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.5 in
Rear 35.2 - 43.4 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 36.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 43.0 - 43.1 in
Rear 39.9 - 40.1 in |
Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 39.6 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the GMC Sierra 1500 than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
The GMC Sierra 1500 will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers, since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Sierra 1500 as you will with the Hyundai Santa Cruz, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Sierra 1500 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the GMC Sierra 1500 is much wider than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the GMC Sierra 1500, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Handling
The GMC Sierra 1500 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Sierra 1500 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Cruz for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Sierra 1500 greatly outmuscles the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Sierra 1500 does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Utility
The GMC Sierra 1500 offers a little more seating capacity than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it a better choice for those who often have a crew with them.
You'll be able to haul more material in the GMC Sierra 1500 than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.