A common decision when it comes to upgrading any exhaust system whether to go with an X-pipe or an H-pipe. For those who may not know, these are different styles of mid-pipes that go between the catalytic converter and the mufflers. When deciding which to put on your car, its important to know what you want out of the new setup.

X-pipes will give you more power and more volume than an H-pipe will. The power difference is hardly anything to brag about, but they do make a little more due to how the exhaust flows. The main difference is the sound. X-pipes are better for anyone who wants to be as loud as can be and prefer a higher pitched sports car sound to a deeper one. If your really want a high pitched sound, you may want to look into the Corsa Double Helixx X-Pipe. This stainless steel mid-pipe features a double X-pipe making for a really loud, high pitched sound.

Seeing as there really isn’t much of a power difference, many people prefer H-pipes for their deep throaty sound. An H-pipe will give your car more of that classic muscle car sound. If you would rather have a deep rumble than high pitched scream, an H-pipe might be the better choice for you. Now when I say H-pipes aren’t as loud as X-pipes, I don’t mean they’re quiet. H-pipes can still be really loud, just not as loud. If your replacing a resonated mid-pipe with a resonator delete mid-pipe it doesn’t matter which you go with, it is going to be significantly louder.

It all comes down to personal preference and which sound you would rather get. If you want the louder, higher pitched race car sound, the X-pipe might be better for you. If you want an old school muscle car sound, you’ll probably prefer the H-pipe. Either one you decide to go with, you car is going to sound good, and you’ll love hearing it ever time you hit the gas.