I believe the 2.3 has 145 or so HP. I don't think it would be justified to swap out engines. I figured mine at the crank around 155 HP with a few mods.
Hector
2003 Rally Red Mitsubishi Evolution VIII
257HP/259TQ
2005 Lapis Blue Mazda 6s
RET: 00 Cabernet Red Ford Contour Zetec ATX SUPERCHARGED
160HP/141TQ
