Chevrolet S10 vs Ford F-250
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford F-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Ford F-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 276 | 183 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 40 and 12 | 6 and 4 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 131,000 miles | 153,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 25 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 276 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 183 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: 3 for the Chevrolet S10, 6 for the Ford F-250.