Chevrolet S10 vs Ford F-150
The Chevrolet S10 is more fuel-efficient at 55 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $2,800 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet S10 | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 742 | 1,624 |
| Most reported problem | Wipers, windshield & visibility | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 76 and 9 | 96 and 107 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 112,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 55 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 52 and 58 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $1,400 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 742 complaints for the Chevrolet S10 and 1,624 for the Ford F-150. 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, 8 for the Ford F-150.