2.5 Turbo or 3.0 Flat Six?

**rxl712** · 02-03-2012

I'm interested to know what people think about both engines. My car will be paid off at the end of the year and then I will be saving up money as I am interested in getting rid of my stock engine & transmission. I have the basic 4 cylinder available for the 2006 model year with a 4EAT. I live in Florida with some interesting drivers.

I was thinking TURBO with a 5EAT. But I also like the idea of the flat six. I am by no means a race car driver, but do tend to take after my grandmother (god rest her soul) who had a heavy driving foot. My car is great due to it being very quick and manueverable, but I wouldn't mind some extra horses. I am not interested in buying a new Legacy, as I am not fond of the front end. That, and they discontinued the wagon. I love my car and am thinking down the road about this so as I might be able to keep it longer. Any insight/info/opinions are greatly appreciated! Thanks!

**JAC Wagon** · 02-03-2012

Can't go wrong with the H6 especially if you supercharge it

but finding a wrx or STi for swap will be easier and cheaper I bet.

I am in the process of sourcing parts for my 98 outback to do an STi swap.

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**ShiftHappensLTi** · 02-03-2012

The EJ257 is definitely the way to go. The EG30 and 33 parts are way more expensive and harder to find. I had a svx with the eg30 and it was a wallet whore

**rxl712** · 02-05-2012

I am new to the whole engine replacing scene. I looked up the EJ257 and I think that is definitely something I can sink my teeth into! Thanks ShiftHappensLTi!! Is it better to stay with a 4EAT or upgrade to a 5EAT. Not really interested in a manual transmission. And where would I find these items and someone to install? Or how do I go about finding someone? Thanks!

**ShiftHappensLTi** · 02-05-2012

I'm not very versed in auto trans'. So I couldnt help much with that. If one gas an extra gear I would go with the extra gear lol

**John** · 02-05-2012

If you're looking for a lot of horsepower (250+) than automatics are likely going to be problematic for you.

Why are you opposed to a manual?

**rxl712** · 02-05-2012

Not really opposed to manual. I would have learned to drive one if I had stayed in Vermont. But here in Florida I am in a lot of stop and go traffic. I'm not sure I would get the full benefit of it. If there was less congestion I wouldn't mind. My current transmission is set up w/manual, I have never used it. Thanks!