Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-250
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford F-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Dakota | Ford F-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 88 | 134 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 0 | 6 and 14 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 125,000 miles | |
| Recalls | 3 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 26 | 15 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 88 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 134 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 Dodge Dakota, 6 for the Ford F-250.