Before I bought my horse in 2010, I did a detailed study of the options available in the selected price range. Finally shortlisted to Honda City and Hyundai Verna, both petrol version. City on one hand gave me tag name of Honda and a comparative better resale value whereas Verna satisfied me with its performance and looks. As compared to City-top model, verna-top model was loaded with much more features and with more pleasing looks and curves. My beast had always responded with a punch of power to satisfy my need … and zoom away ahead of others, which was not in case of City, where no matter how much you press the throttle, the car ECU controls the acceleration power for better mileage. Driving being my passion, mine was requirement of power and ridding comfort and handling at higher speeds, which was completely satisfied by Verna. The 1.6L engine delivers much power to satisfy your urge to excel. However, the maintenance is a bit on higher side as compared to City. But the performance delivered and running through all kind of terrains for the past eight years without any difficulty and still ready for new race …had made my verna 1.6 VTVT SX my favorite.