STI intercooler vs. WRX

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01-15-2007, 08:06 PM

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STI intercooler vs. WRX

What is the the difference? besides the obvious STI logo on the intercooler.

01-15-2007, 08:35 PM

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core volume.

the STi intercooler is much bigger than the WRX intercooler.

01-15-2007, 08:45 PM

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Thanks! I figured the difference would be size.

01-15-2007, 08:46 PM

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LOL size difference duh

01-30-2007, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by rallied out wrx

core volume.

the STi intercooler is much bigger than the WRX intercooler.

wat about the performance....??? i have a o6 wrx wagon and was wondering would it increase my performance of my car if i swapped out the wrx intercooler and put in a sti intercooler???

01-30-2007, 09:33 PM

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over the 06 stock....if you mod your car....(exhaust and such) and get a tune....a larger intercooler will definately help.

02-10-2007, 11:57 PM

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The STI intercooler is more efficient in cooling the
intake charge.I think it's a good upgrade for sure.
The plus is you will gain some power from it.