Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-150
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford F-150. 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-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 314 | 553 |
| Most reported problem | Transmission | Fuel system |
| Crashes and fires | 22 and 11 | 25 and 48 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 160,000 miles | 130,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 24 | 14 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 314 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 553 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: 1 for the Dodge Dakota, 3 for the Ford F-150.