Dodge Stratus vs Ford Taurus
The Dodge Stratus is more fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Ford Taurus. At EPA assumptions that is about $600 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Dodge Stratus | Ford Taurus | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 776 | 1,132 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Transmission |
| Crashes and fires | 39 and 40 | 82 and 18 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 90,000 miles | 98,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 6 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 26 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 33 | 18 and 26 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,600 | $3,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 776 complaints for the Dodge Stratus and 1,132 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: 7 for the Dodge Stratus, 6 for the Ford Taurus.