1998 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1998 Toyota Tacoma
When we compare the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 1998 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 1998 Toyota Tacoma has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500's and the 1998 Toyota Tacoma's specifications and ratings, the 1998 Toyota Tacoma is a better car than the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500.
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1998 Toyota Tacoma Pricing
A used 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 ranges from $4,361 to $30,663 while a used 1998 Toyota Tacoma is priced between $5,297 to $18,565.
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1998 Toyota Tacoma Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value and the 1998 Toyota Tacoma loses 13.8 percent of its value. This means the 1998 Toyota Tacoma retains 16.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500.
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1998 Toyota Tacoma Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Toyota Tacoma's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks and the Toyota Tacoma being ranked 2 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks.
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 vs. 1998 Toyota Tacoma Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Sierra 1500 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Toyota Tacoma the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Tacoma a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Sierra 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 1998 Toyota Tacoma base engine makes 142 horsepower. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The Tacoma is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles.This gives the 1998 Toyota Tacoma the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
Both the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 and the 1998 Toyota Tacoma are available in Extended Cabor a Regular Cab configuration.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 1998 GMC Sierra 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 1998 Toyota Tacoma, with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4361 - 30663
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5297 - 18565
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.137763
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Toyota Tacoma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686228 / 10
Reliability:
9.158685 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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13 out of / 17Toyota Tacoma Rankings
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7 out of / 7Available 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
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1998 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
SL, SLE, SLT, Special
1998 Toyota Tacoma Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Prerunner, Prerunner V6, SR5, SR5 V6, V6
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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
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:
200 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
255 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7000 lbs
Max Payload:
2231 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
160 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
Not yet available
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
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
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 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:
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3869 lbs
Width:
76.8 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
194.5 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
Not yet available
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
61.8 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 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