Chevrolet S10 vs Dodge Ram 2500
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 13 MPG for the Dodge Ram 2500. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Dodge Ram 2500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,229 | 210 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 142 and 12 | 15 and 8 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 80,000 miles | 107,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 13 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 26 | 11 and 16 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $5,150 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,229 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 210 for the Dodge Ram 2500. 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: 5 for the Chevrolet S10, 0 for the Dodge Ram 2500.