Chevrolet C1500 vs Ford F-250
The Chevrolet C1500 is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford F-250. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet C1500 | Ford F-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 43 | 145 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 2 | 5 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 82,000 miles | 94,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 43 complaints for the Chevrolet C1500 and 145 for the Ford F-250. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 0 for the Chevrolet C1500, 5 for the Ford F-250.