When push comes to shove I'd rather be in a new Dodge Ram heavy-duty pickup than the current Ford or GM. It isn't just due to a few statistics weighing in its favor. Really it's more about its composure over any road surface with or without cargo. Sure it's decidedly more refined interior leaves its peers at a loss while its handsome exterior design keeps semi-trailer drivers pulling their collective air horns in exuberant approval, but it's also the rumble of that Hemi quelling all who dare compete, leaving even multi-valve V8 contestants in a wake of dust that could easily keep me smiling day in and day out. What's more, Rams longest lasting shelf life*, besting all competitors for durability, and top-rated warranty comprising 7-years and 115,000 km, should keep that smile lasting long after the honeymoon is over. The Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500s include a ton of fine attributes that clearly put them in the heavy-duty pickup truck lead.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP):$28,950 - $52,260 (fully-loaded price reflects 2002 specifications)
- Body Type: 2-door pick-up truck, 4-door pick-up truck, 2-door cab & chassis
- Layout: Front engine, RWD (opt 4WD)
- Base Engine: 345 hp, 375 lb-ft (opt 345 lb-ft), 5.9-L, 16-valve, OHV, V8
- Opt Engine: 310 hp, 450 lb-ft, 8.0-L, 20-valve, OHV, V10
- Opt Engine: 250-hp, 460 lb-ft, 5.9-L, turbo-diesel I-6
- Opt Engine: 305 hp, 555 lb-ft, 5.9-L, high-output turbo-diesel I-6
- Transmission: 5-spd man, O/D (opt 6-spd man, 4-spd auto, O/D)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Ground Clearance: 178 mm (7.0 inches) - 251 mm (9.9 inches)
- Towing Capacity: 4,332 - 6,963 kg (9,550 - 15,350 lb)
- Curb Weight: 2,414 - 3,399 kg (5,322 - 7,493 lbs)
- Bed Length (tailgate closed): 1,928 mm (75.9) - 2,486 mm (97.9 in)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 21.4 / 14.7 L/100 km (2002 stats)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 86/115,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors:Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-Series, GMC Sierra
- Web Site: www.dodge.ca
* Based on R.L. Polk & Co. new pickup registrations from 7/8 - 7/00 and still registered as of 7/1/00.
