Ford Aerostar vs GMC Safari
The GMC Safari is more fuel-efficient at 20 MPG combined, against 18 MPG for the Ford Aerostar. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 254 | 44 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 32 and 65 | 2 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 60,000 miles | |
| Recalls | 6 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 18 and 24 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $3,350 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 254 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 44 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: 6 for the Ford Aerostar, 4 for the GMC Safari.