Chevrolet S10 vs Ford F-250
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford F-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,150 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Ford F-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 253 | 145 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 19 and 11 | 5 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 132,000 miles | 94,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 25 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 253 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 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: 6 for the Chevrolet S10, 5 for the Ford F-250.