I'm Compare truck between Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge.?

Question

I'm look for a pickup truck with 8 feet bed, 4 X 4, super cab. Used or new, I don't care.. I hear that new production model tend to have problem..cheap gas mile( is that possible), So i probably prefer used truck.. tell me what pickup truck you prefer: Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge and why?? and also the years, some new truck tend to have problem..please respond only if you know about truck or you own one.... I love truck since middle school. I'm first time buy, I'm planner to buy one this years. so help me out... I really like how the way Dodge truck look like, but Dodge transmission problem is screw thing up.. ..

I'm only look for a pickup truck with 8 feet bed, 4 X 4, super cab

Answer 1

I go with Ford. Have never had a problem with Ford. My family have all had chevy's and they ALWAYS have problems. Whether its the U-joints or transmission or the belts. Its always something with Chevy's. Dodge's are not the greatest. For some reason, they still havent figured out how to build a dependable car. Ford is the best choice, in my opinion. We went through so many Chevy's and all of them had problems, both the trucks and SUV's. Me and my father switched to Ford and havent had any problems. I have a 99 and my dad has an 01. Both great vehicles. Good luck in your quest.

Answer 2

Actually I'll give you a link that will compare all of them...

The F-150 is the industry benchmark, and has is the best selling vehicle in the world on a yearly basis, and in the US for the past 29 years. It leads in towing/hauling capacity, interior quietness, interior materials. The link I'm supplying compares all trucks from barebones structure starting from the frame up.

It's funny seeing how the Tundra has an open "C" channel frame, which is pretty whimpy, and how the F-150 has a thick fully boxed frame rails. Which is another reason handling and interior quietness are it's strong point.

But from the specific you gave, I would first to the F-150 then the Silverado, although GM is still dealing with a class action lawsuit over knocking engines...2nd link I'm giving you. I'm still not fond of their older OHV designed engines while everyone has moved onto sophisticated OHC engines.

As reliability goes, the Ford rates higher than the other 2 by JDPowers. I'm not sure where these pre-conceived notions some have about the Titan being such a quality truck when they rated last on that research survey. The Canton, Miss. plant where the Titan is built is known to have major reliability/build issues, just do a search on Yahoo for it.

The Ridgeline is not a real truck, just a minivan with a bed attached to it. Edmunds.com took one out for a spin off the trail and all 4 shocks were shot. And by reading some consumer reviews on it, it's not getting any better.

But take a look at the first link and many of your answers will be explained.

Hope this helps :-)

Answer 3

You will find people have had issues with every make and model out there so it's pretty much a craps shoot....

I've heard of chevrolets that needed a transmission before the 3/36 warranty was out on them (and one of the reasons why GM had to go to 5/100 powertrain for)

Pretty much each maker has had problems.. GM and Chevrolet had less issues with the Diesel engines than Ford has in the last 4 years or so (the 6.0 in a Ford, unless you roll it like you stole it, seems to have issues) but pretty much read the forums devoted to these trucks.. I've seen Fords, chevrolets, and dodges go 100-200k miles with just normal maintaince and I've seen some that never got out of the shop.

All big trucks like you want are poorer on gas milage.. it's just a common issue.. I own a f-150 and work on many Fords from f-150 up to f-550s and other than the 6.0s have about the same issues as the other two makers when it comes to reliability...

Get one with an extended warranty, have a mechanic check over it and get a car fax on it.. yes it will cost money but for the amount of money you are wanting to spend on a truck.. you need some assurances.

Answer 4

I can only tell you from fleet experience. We go by cost per mile in operation. This counts purchase price, depreciation, gas mileage and the cost to maintain it. Over all cents per mile in late model (2000 and up) the cheepest to operate has been the Ford gas 150 4x4 and 4x2. They if you don't care about towing or payload the Chevy Chevy 1500 series. The Dodge does not hold resale and has had trasmission issues.
The Foreign ones are too expensive to fix when they break and cost more to begin with. For us the Ford 150 has held up better and will not "bend" if abused off road. We had a few Chevys from 2000-2003 bend, almost in half, behind the cab when they were loaded and then towed for one reason or another. Like another person said. Ford has been the bench mark for years. You really could not go wrong, Depending on what you have to spend on a truck. check www.kbb.com for values and ebay motors. Also before you buy run a car fax or auto check on the vehicles to make sure it did not float in from Katrina. Their are tons of them on the market.

Answer 5

Let me start by saying forget Dodge , go to your search bar and type in the trouble with + the year ,and make of the dodge and it will explain it self , the imports are tough ,but very expensive for repairs , I have always owned Ford trucks , they have their own little combinations as well , Like my big old 4x4 bronco you have to cut the wipers on and back off to get the radio to play , it has been that way from day one . Ford does make a good truck , as far as Chevy , I have never owned one but I will say this , and all the ford die hards will dis own me , I have been on the local Fire Dept. for well over 15 years and I have seen thousands of collisions , Chevy has one of the toughest front ends I have ever seen on any truck , and my friends that have have chevy trucks love them as much as the stations ford lovers do thier ford trucks.. test drive both ,and see how they fit , then decide , oh yes or you could go with the disposable import ,( one collision it's gone) they are good trucks the Nissan full size is a mo fo when it comes to power , the repair is twice as high as Ford or chevy. my neighbor bought a brand new dodge it has 30,000 miles on it , plus it is on it's second transmission , and there is a design flaw in the engines baffles that causes sludge to build up and stay there until the oil pressure drops ,and the motor locks . normally aroung 50 k to 80 k in most ..

Answer 6

These days all vehicle manufacturers have to meet
all technical guidelines set forth by the federal government
(CAFE ) standards and mandates set forth by the regulatory
bodies who watchdog all automotive manufacturers.

Now about pick-up trucks, (I drive a Ford Ranger Super Cab,
4X2, XLT)
I favor Ford trucks, as I think they are better built, but
recalls always exist, something to keep in mind.
About size, the smaller trucks get higher fuel economy,
as they have smaller size engines.
When you choose a big Dodge Ram 3500 4X4, you are
getting into some serious weight displacement,
and accordingly they have bigger engine specifications, such
as that V-10 turbo-diesel engine that puts out 330 HP, maybe
higher.
They do make smaller engines, like the 5.7 liter hemi, but
that one puts out 230 horsepower, and variations of that basic engine, depending on what you want.
Remember this, the higher the horsepower rating, the lower
the fuel economy, that V-10 would only get you about 8 miles to the gallon of gas/diesel.
With the cost of unleaded regular at $3.18 per gallon, it would
behoove all of us to look for cheaper ways to transport us
around town, when needed.

And if you couple a smaller engine to a large truck, that don't
work too well either, as you will get poorer gas economy
with that kind of hook-up.
If you are convinced that you need a large 4X4 super cab to
fill your transportation needs, then be ready to pay out
$50.00 to $100.00 every gas/diesel fill up at the gas pump.
If you have two or oversized tanks, then you will pay out even more.

Another source to check is the April edition of Consumer Reports, that has information on almost every make and model made and sold in the United States.
The current issue is already available on the news-stands,
and retail markets who handle newspapers and magazines.

Unless you are a serious off-roader, there isn't too much of a need for a 4X4, and the maintenance cost for a 4X4 is
2X times what a 2X4 costs.
I would seriously consider a 2X4 in a smaller version of the Dodge Ram, Toyota's Tacoma, Chevrolet's S-10, Ford's
Ranger, Dodge Dakota, Honda's Ridgline is an excellent
choice, as is Chevrolet's Avalanche.

As trucks are better built. in my opinion, save yourself some money, and buy one that is at least two model years old.
What you will save is called depreciation, when you buy new,
no depreciation lost when you buy used (pre-owned)

Now you know what I know, so I bid you adieu.



Thats my message, good luck.



Donald H. Sites
sueanddon350@sbcglobal.,net

Answer 7

I had a Ford truck and once a month or so it was at the dealership for the newest problem. Several times it went in by way of assistance from a tow truck because it wouldn't start. For a fairly new vehicle, I thought it had alot of clatters and bangs when I finally rid myself of that headache.

I bought a gas powered Dodge truck, was so impressed I later traded it for a diesel Dodge.

Any vehicle you look at will have its share of fans and detractors. Also, every make has its share of problems.

My rule of thumb, never buy anything in its first model year.

Answer 8

I've owned (3) dodge trucks & they all had a fires in the wire loom. I did not modify them in any way. I will NEVER buy a Dodge product ever again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've owned (2) Ford trucks & had no problem whatsoever (thank God). I owned 1 chevy but I sold it when the transmission went out. I currently own & drive a Ford truck & it's been the best truck I ever owned. Best wishes & good luck to you.

Answer 9

right on, if you want a truck where the transmission is sure to blow up, get a Dodge. If you want incredibly bad gas mileage AND a transmission that will blow up, buy a Ford. If you want a good truck get a Chevy or GMC. All of mine went well over one hundred thirty thousand miles and the most I had to do was put a battery in one for sixty bucks. I have owned Chevy and GMC trucks since 1983.

Answer 10

I have a n 06 Dodge hemi. It hauls butt. I get about 14 miles to a gallon. The older dodges had some problems with the tranny's, but the new ones are excellent.I blow off mustang GT's and stay right with 350z's. Go test drive one. Ford's get really bad gas milage. My neighbor only gets 10 mpg. I'm not a chevy man, but the 07's look pretty hot.