Maybe the 06+ EJ253 is the way to go

EJ253

SOHC – 165 hp (121 kW) @ 5600/rpm, 167 ft·lbf (226 N·m) torque @ 4400 rpm. Intake volume is regulated by use of a MAF sensor, unlike the EJ251 which is regulated by a MAP sensor. I-Active valves (VVL intake side) on 06+ models which have ISO 173 hp (129 kW) @ 5600 rpm, 166 ft·lbf (225 N·m) torque @ 4000 rpm. Compression ratio 10,0:1

  • Impreza 99, 05
  • Legacy, Outback USA 05+
  • Legacy 03-06 (Europe)
  • Outback 03-09 (Europe)
  • Forester 99 (SF), 05+ (SG, SH)
  • Baja 05+
  • Saab 9-2x Linear 05, 06

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