2002
Dodge Dakota reviews and buying guide.
2002
Dodge Dakota resources:
2002 Dodge Dakota
Two additional 2002 Dodge
Dakota models—Regular Cab and Club Cab®—are
the largest of their kind in the compact class, adding
to Dakota’s versatility quotient. Both boast the
roomiest and most comfortable front seating areas of
their kind in the class.
“While Quad Cab
is the natural headline-grabber among Dakotas, we still
have a large portion of our customers who don’t
require its versatility but still need the capability
and value that Dakota delivers,” Julow said. “That’s
where the Club and Regular Cab models are so popular.”
A POWER AND CAPABILITY
LEADER FROM THE BEGINNING
Since the first Dakota rolled off the assembly line
in 1986, it’s been the leader in power and capability.
With the widest range of engines and the best towing
and hauling numbers in the class, Dakota offers work
and performance capability that rival even some full-size
pickups.
Dakota offers four powerful
Magnum® engines designed to meet the varying needs
of the compact buyer, including the only two V-8 engines
in the class. At 250 horsepower and 345 lb.-ft. of torque,
the 5.9-liter Magnum V-8 is the most powerful engine
among all compact offerings. Following close behind
is the 230-horsepower, 295 lb.-ft. torque 4.7-liter
Magnum V-8 engine. The 3.9-liter Magnum V-6 is the most
popular Dakota engine, rated at 175 horsepower and 225
lb.-ft. of torque. And rounding out the engine choices
is the most powerful four-cylinder engine in the class,
the 2.5-liter Magnum I-4 engine. It provides
120 horsepower and 145 lb.-ft. of torque.
Power and performance
meet efficiency with the electronically-controlled 45RFE
transmission, which can be coupled to the 4.7-liter
engine. This state-of-the-art transmission utilizes
a unique dual-ratio second gear to aid in towing, passing
and grade-change situations.
For acceleration, the
transmission automatically chooses the higher-ratio
second gear. The transmission selects the lower-ratio
second gear in kick-down mode, providing better power
and passing performance over a broad speed range.
By designing the 45RFE
transmission and 4.7-liter Magnum engine simultaneously,
Dodge Truck engineers were able to refine the flow of
power and increase fuel efficiency.
Incorporating optimized
gear ratio steps and state-of-the-art features, the
45RFE transmission provides a high level for shift refinement
and durability, while reducing unwanted noise, vibration
and harshness. The transmission has unique features,
such as a tall 3.00:1 first gear ratio that gives the
driver better initial acceleration. Real-time driver-adaptive
shifting fine tunes the shift pattern to the driver.
Additional four-speed
automatic and five-speed manual engines are available
on the three other engines.
Dakota’s powerful
engines support the segment’s best truck for towing
and hauling. Dakota’s 6,650-lb. maximum towing
capacity and 2,160-lb. maximum payload capability far
exceed its compact competitors.
“We strive to offer
the flexibility every prospective Dakota demands for
their particular truck needs, and that all begins with
the engine choices,” said Frank Klegon, Vice President—Dodge
Truck Platform, DaimlerChrysler. “Whether it’s
going to be used as a work truck—and put to its
ultimate capability limits—or as a daily driver—and
pushed to its maximum performance capability—there
is an engine and transmission configuration to meet
the need.
Dakota is available in
both two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive models and
features rack and pinion steering. Standard brakes are
a front-disc, rear-drum configuration. An anti-lock
braking system is standard in the rear with four-wheel
ABS available as an option.
UNMATCHED PERFORMANCE
IN A COMPACT—THAT’S DAKOTA R/T
Born from the passion of Dodge Truck engineers and refined
on the race track, the Dakota R/T is a performance truck
like no other. Now in its fourth year of production,
this limited edition Dakota meets the highly unique
needs of the performance truck enthusiast and provides
yet another image piece for the Dodge brand.
Dakota R/T for 2002 is
equipped with a special version of the 5.9-liter Magnum
V-8 engine and a large-bore, free-flow exhaust that
delivers increased engine performance. The truck’s
performance capability is supported with a throaty and
powerful-sounding exhaust note.
The 250-horsepower engine
is mated to a four-speed transmission, and is supported
by massive 255/55x17-inch tires. The Dakota R/T is lowered
one inch and features unique suspension tuning and front
and rear stabilizer bars for added control. Further
enhancing its street truck reputation, Dakota R/T is
only offered in two-wheel drive.
All Dakota models are produced at DaimlerChrysler’s
“Dodge City” Warren Truck Assembly Plant,
in Warren, Michigan.
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