1997 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe
In comparing the 1997 GMC Jimmy's and the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the 1997 GMC Jimmy has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1997 GMC Jimmy's and the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe's specifications and ratings, the 1997 GMC Jimmy is a better car than the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe.
1997 GMC Jimmy vs. 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe Pricing
A used 1997 GMC Jimmy ranges from $2,495 to $9,248 while a used 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe is priced between $4,772 to $25,833.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 GMC Jimmy’s base engine makes 190 horsepower, and the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Jimmy is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles. The Tahoe is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 510 miles.This gives the 1997 GMC Jimmy the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1997 Chevrolet Tahoe has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
2495 - 9248
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4772 - 25833
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.41117
GMC Jimmy Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Tahoe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2278 / 10
Reliability:
8.883401 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Jimmy Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Tahoe Rankings
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20 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1997 GMC Jimmy Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLS Sport, SLT
1997 Chevrolet Tahoe Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 17 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 510 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3536 lbs
Width:
67.8 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
100.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4453 lbs
Width:
77.1 inches
Height:
71.4 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available