Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-250
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 15 MPG for the Ford F-250. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Dakota | Ford F-250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 650 | 348 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Tires |
| Crashes and fires | 49 and 11 | 21 and 20 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 70,000 miles | 114,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 10 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 15 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 14 and 18 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $4,450 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 650 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 348 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: 5 for the Dodge Dakota, 10 for the Ford F-250.