Chevrolet Van vs Ford E-150
The Chevrolet Van is more fuel-efficient at 15 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Ford E-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Van | Ford E-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 46 | 81 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 11 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 116,000 miles | 120,000 miles |
| Recalls | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 15 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 14 and 17 | 12 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,450 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 46 complaints for the Chevrolet Van and 81 for the Ford E-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: 0 for the Chevrolet Van, 3 for the Ford E-150.