I cast my vote for the T97
I agree that the Tavor is a much better rifle, but it comes at a heavy price tag.
If I had money to burn, then yes I would buy the Tavor hand-down, but I am a working stiff with wife and kids; thus, I got a T97 in my collection.
Even with my mods from T97.ca (FTU and LHG) I'm still 1G cheaper that the Tavor.