Dodge Neon vs Ford Taurus
The Dodge Neon is more fuel-efficient at 28 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Ford Taurus. At EPA assumptions that is about $800 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Neon | Ford Taurus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,415 | 1,597 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 174 and 72 | 71 and 62 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 83,000 miles | 93,000 miles |
| Recalls | 6 | 5 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 34 | 18 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,415 complaints for the Dodge Neon and 1,597 for the Ford Taurus. 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: 6 for the Dodge Neon, 5 for the Ford Taurus.