1997 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1997 Chevrolet S-10
In comparing the 1997 Toyota Tacoma's and the 1997 Chevrolet S-10's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 1997 Chevrolet S-10 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Toyota Tacoma's and the 1997 Chevrolet S-10's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Chevrolet S-10 is a better car than the 1997 Toyota Tacoma.
1997 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1997 Chevrolet S-10 Pricing
A used 1997 Toyota Tacoma ranges from $4,998 to $19,890 while a used 1997 Chevrolet S-10 is priced between $2,523 to $10,253.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Toyota Tacoma’s base engine makes 142 horsepower, and the 1997 Chevrolet S-10 base engine makes 118 horsepower. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles. The S-10 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. This gives the 1997 Chevrolet S-10 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1997 Toyota Tacoma. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1997 Toyota Tacoma and the 1997 Chevrolet S-10 are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1997 Toyota Tacoma has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4998 - 19890
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2523 - 10253
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet S-10 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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1 out of / 7Ranking
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7 out of / 7Chevrolet S-10 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Cab Types
Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Bed Length(s)
Not yet available
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, SR5, V6
1997 Chevrolet S-10 Trim Levels
Base, LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1664 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
118 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
130 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
300 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 513 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
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
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
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
Leather Upholstery:
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2560 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
61.8 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
63.2 inches
Length:
188.6 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 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