Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-150
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Dakota | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,096 | 1,276 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Electrical system |
| Crashes and fires | 77 and 16 | 102 and 387 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 91,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 20 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 23 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,350 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,096 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 1,276 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: 5 for the Dodge Dakota, 6 for the Ford F-150.