Mate everyone on the Forum is obviously going to say go the Ford, but I'm telling you now, dont underestimate the STi. My mate has an 06 WRX club spec or evo spec or something along those lines, and it is a very very pleasent car to drive, and the quality sh*ts all over our cars. 2 different cars though mate, if you wanna fly down the straight go the Ford. If you want to handle go the STi, but dont forget you can make STI's quick aswell.