The GTI in theory should sacrifice 10hp for every 100lbs weight disadvantage (220hp vs Si 205hp) putting it fairly even to the Si. The only reason the GTI edges the Si in straight line speed is it's tremendous torque advantage 258lb ft vs the Si 192lb ft (a whopping 66lb ft difference) and how...
All I see is a bunch of horse power numbers, but you seem to forget the other equation, weight. And that is why the Si keeps up with those cars you mentioned and doesnt get blown out. Give it another 10-15hp and it'll keep up all the same with the GTI's power bump, and that is what i think Honda...
Whats this obsession with coupes, I dont get it? Sure most of them look better than Sedans but you're paying the same money for less trunk space, interior space, harder egress and ingress etc. Are looks more important than the things I mentioned? Please fill me in..