Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-250
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 14 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) | 1,011 | 702 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 67 and 6 | 61 and 17 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 59,000 miles | 94,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 14 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 14 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 22 | 12 and 17 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $4,800 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,011 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 702 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: 4 for the Dodge Dakota, 14 for the Ford F-250.