It's almost as if the power from within is struggling to break free. These half-ton pickups will be available in 2WD and 4WD configurations, as well as standard and Quad Cab versions. As significant to the 2002 Ram's character as its new front-end treatments is the redesign of its cabs. Importantly, both regular cab and Quad Cab models feature cab length stretched 3.7 inches. Just as the 1994 Ram's design was a gamble, Dodge believes the 2002 model's bold face and larger cab constitute risks.
Risks are in the cab size, truck proportions and overall truck dimensions.
Rightler said research shows buyers of short-wheelbase models are willing to give up a little bed length to get a bigger cab. 8-foot bed were not willing to make the sacrifice. For 2002, the long cargo box remains full length. On extended-cab models, most of the inches gained were used to beef up the rear compartment. The doors open with dual stopping points for convenient access to a full-width bench seat.