The power proved to be around the same as every other unit tested, give or take a few ponies. If you look at the powerband, you'll notice this intake did the best job of simulating the stock curve but bumped up the numbers. The Evolution unit developed its best power at the high end of the scale and showed continuous gains until it hit the rev limiter. The cost is slightly higher than the rest of the intakes tested, but it's completely different from everything else. And if you're into the show scene, it may be just what you are looking for since the power difference between the intakes is negligible.
GHL Motorsports
Stock Horsepower: 162.2
Stock Torque: 161.7
Horsepower: 171.4
Torque: 169.7
Pricing: $139.95
Contact Info: GHL Motorsports, 877/930-0911, www.ghlmotorsports.com
Scoring
Power: 8
Price: 8
Fit: 4
Finish: 3
The GHL intake was one of two intakes constructed from plastic, but it wasn't as well finished as the EvoMS unit. Fitting was painless, and it looks OE once installed, which is great for people who love their sleepers. The bracket is a sleeved insert and a piece of metal, which isn't the fanciest-looking of the bunch, but it gets the job done.
On the power side, this intake showed its strength. The bottom end of the curve was competitive with the best, making 10-12 lb-ft at about 3,000 rpm. On the horsepower side, there was a significant difference all the way through the chart until the rev limiter decided we'd had enough fun. If you are a no-frills, give-me-the-power person, this intake may be your bag because it tested number two at peak. If aesthetics are important to you for points at shows, we'd suggest looking at a shinier intake.
Injen Technology
Stock Horsepower: 162.2
Stock Torque: 161.7
Horsepower: 170.0
Torque: 168.0
Pricing: $310.00
Contact Info: Injen Technology, 909/839-0706, www.injen.com
Scoring
Power: 7
Price: 2
Fit: 6
Finish: 7
The Injen system looked similar to the AEM unit, with its narrow tube design and high-polished finish, and it produced similar figures. It put down 170 hp and 168 lb-ft, which is about 8 hp over stock. The Injen unit also came in third on the low end of the scale, with just a fraction separating it from the front runner. As a matter of fact, the Injen kept its tiny lead over fourth place until just before peak, where the AEM came back and stole third by a fraction.
The finish was outstanding and possibly the best of the polished intakes. It was also well protected and didn't scratch easily during the install. The only issue we had was the tight-fitting throttle-body hose, but once on, it looked great. After the dyno run, we noticed the filter was dented, but it was nothing a 13mm wrench and a twist of the horn bracket wouldn't fix. The filter was positioned very close to the bumper opening, and we're pretty sure that's why the power was so good.
Neuspeed
Stock Horsepower: 162.2
Stock Torque: 161.7
Horsepower: 167.1
Torque: 165.4
Pricing: $269.95
Contact Info: Neuspeed, 805/388-7171 (California/Alaska/Hawaii only), 800/423-3623 (everywhere else), www.neuspeed.com
Scoring
Power: 5
Price: 3
Fit: 5
Finish: 7