Chevrolet S10 vs Dodge Ram 1500
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 23 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Dodge Ram 1500. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Dodge Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 881 | 407 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 136 and 14 | 22 and 17 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 79,000 miles | 112,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 23 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 20 and 27 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,900 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 881 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 407 for the Dodge Ram 1500. 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: 7 for the Chevrolet S10, 0 for the Dodge Ram 1500.