2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer lineup spans five models of Lancer, spread over four levels of performance, and if you count the two models of the Evo for each transmission, it becomes six.   Lancer DE and ES use a 2.0-liter engine making 152 horsepower, mated to a five-speed manual transmission.  Standard equipment on the DE ($14,190) is slim, including a 140-watt, four-speaker MP3 sound system and steel wheels with wheel covers; air conditioning, anti-lock brakes, power locks, and remote entry are optional. More »

2009 Toyota Corolla
The 2009 Toyota Corolla comes in five derivatives.  The standard model, simply called Corolla, is the least expensive yet includes fabric upholstery, air conditioning, CD/WMA/MP3 XM-ready radio, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, six-way manual driver seat, 60/40 split folding rear seat, outside temperature gauge, power mirrors, and engine immobilizer.  Six airbags and ABS are standard.  You can add an upgrade package (LE spec without painted mirrors), six-speaker/six-CD changer, cruise control, heated mirrors, lighter, and stability/traction control. More »