id get the Lancer though i dont like the Mitsu Matic.

ive driven both. i think the Lancer is as sporty as the Civic. ganda nga ng suspension ng Lancer eh especially sa twisties. mas compliant lang ang Civic sa bumps.

i think the 175K for the ESi is steep but that would depend on the condition of the car.

porma-wise i like the exterior of the Civic but tables are turned on the interior.
the lancer has provision for a 2DIN Stereo yung ESi, pang 1DIN lang talaga dash nya. i just dont like that early pizzas dont come with power antenna and rear defogger.