2003 Mitsubishi Evolution

"The Evo is very fun, very fast and handles great. A few mods and it buries STis. Also cheaper than STi. Seats are wonderful, shifter first rate, outstanding brakes. It embarrasses many high-dollar cars, and is very quiet except for the tires. I'd like to see them offer cruise control and a factory boost gauge." — Bluesmaster, June 25, 2003

"I have owned many sports cars (3rd gen RX-7, Audi quattro TT, BMW etc.) However, I have never ever seen anything like this in stock factory form. Excellent balance which backs up the ultra-performance. Fun to drive, hauls four adults and enough cargo. Do you think you can get a better all-year-around, 4-seater, all-terrain, GT car for little over $31K? I have driven the STi; it is faster but it is not as razor balanced as the Evo. What's the point of going fast if you can't control it? The Recaro seats are great and it looks dynamite in person. Better interior materials would (make this) the perfect car." — 19psi, July 5, 2003

2004 Subaru WRX STi

"(This is the) least expensive Viper-type performance money can buy. Incredibly docile and comfortable in everyday driving conditions but is always ready for sling-shotlike performance. A truly well-engineered automobile that makes driving a ton of fun. I love the quality of the fit and finish and (various) components. My one gripe is that the rear wing always catches your eye when you use the rearview mirror — you think there's another car (there)." — kingsti, July 5, 2003

"A much better choice for a daily driver than the Evo. The 2.5L power plant was an excellent choice. Excellent build quality and looks. Gold rims are catchy, especially with my metallic black paint with golden fleck. It matches perfectly and looks extra sharp. Really enjoy the 300-hp engine and all-wheel drive. Are these factory tires? They are so STICKY! I would like more room in the trunk and backseat. Recaro seats would be nice, the in-house seats are good, but a car like this (deserves) Recaros." — Kyle Kaiser, June 9, 2003