Does a Cool Air Intake System Provide Better Performance than a Short Ram Intake?

A cool air intake system typically produces more horsepower than a short ram intake. They also tend to be more expensive than a short ram system. A cold air intake systems keeps the air filter out of the engine bay, while a short ram intake keeps the air filter inside the engine compartment. A short ram intake is cheaper, but does not provide the performance you will get from a cold air intake. Short rams are named for their short size. They are easy to install, only requiring a few tools, while a cool air intake system is a bit more complicated.

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