Dodge Ram Van vs GMC Safari
The GMC Safari is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 14 MPG for the Dodge Ram Van. At EPA assumptions that is about $850 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Ram Van | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 40 | 55 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 1 and 5 | 1 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | 50,000 miles |
| Recalls | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 14 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 13 and 15 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $4,800 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 40 complaints for the Dodge Ram Van and 55 for the GMC Safari. 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: 1 for the Dodge Ram Van, 1 for the GMC Safari.