Ford Aerostar vs GMC Safari
The Ford Aerostar is more fuel-efficient at 18 MPG combined, against 17 MPG for the GMC Safari. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 124 | 199 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 4 | 11 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 124,000 miles | 93,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 18 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 22 | 15 and 20 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,700 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 124 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 199 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: 4 for the Ford Aerostar, 4 for the GMC Safari.