Toyota is a large automotive manufacturer based in Japan. Although primarily focused on compact cars and sedans, Toyota has produced a fair number of trucks including the mid-sized T-100, the mid-sized Tacoma, the full-sized Tundra and a number of SUVs. As with most Toyota vehicles, their trucks enjoy a relatively large supply of aftermarket vendors including a wide variety of performance aftermarket components. Some of these components are designed to replace existing factory components while others are designed as additions to be bolted on the engine. All increase horsepower and torque when installed correctly.
Replace the Toyota cold air intake system with a performance aftermarket cold air intake system. Cold air intake systems are one of the most popular performance aftermarket upgrades for most vehicles including Toyota trucks because they are fairly inexpensive, relatively easy to install and have little chance of damaging your vehicle. They provide an impressive boost in horsepower considering their price tag, and the only noticeable side effect is a slight increase in engine noise. Performance aftermarket cold air intakes may even provide a slight increase in fuel economy depending on the vehicle.
Replace the Toyota exhaust system with a performance aftermarket exhaust system. Exhaust systems are also a popular aftermarket upgrade because in addition to boosting horsepower and torque, they also give your vehicle a louder, more aggressive engine note. The boost in power from a performance aftermarket exhaust system is typically comparable to that of a cold air intake system, but they generally cost three to four times as much and require access to the underside of the vehicle for installation. They also increase CO2 emissions and are barred from street use in some states.
Install a supercharger or turbocharger kit onto the engine of your Toyota truck. Supercharger and turbocharger kits provide the greatest gains in horsepower and torque of any single aftermarket modification and are available for most vehicles. They are also extremely expensive and require professional installation. They also drastically increase wear and tear on the vehicle and substantially decrease fuel economy. Further, they may necessitate other upgrades to the truck such as brakes and suspension to accommodate for the extra power. Still, supercharger and turbocharger kits are a popular upgrade despite these risks because they can more than double horsepower and torque.
