Ford Aerostar vs GMC Vandura
The Ford Aerostar is more fuel-efficient at 18 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the GMC Vandura. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,950 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | GMC Vandura | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 204 | 41 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 22 and 20 | 8 and 1 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 140,000 miles | 110,000 miles |
| Recalls | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 22 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $5,650 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 204 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 41 for the GMC Vandura. 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 Ford Aerostar, 1 for the GMC Vandura.