Dodge Dakota vs Ford F-150
The Dodge Dakota is more fuel-efficient at 19 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the Ford F-150. At EPA assumptions that is about $400 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Dakota | Ford F-150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 946 | 965 |
| Most reported problem | Suspension | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 71 and 23 | 63 and 115 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 38,000 miles | 90,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 17 and 22 | 15 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 946 complaints for the Dodge Dakota and 965 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, 2 for the Ford F-150.