Powered by variations of a 3.2-liter V6 engine with up to 260hp, the front-wheel-drive Acura CL combines relative sportiness with luxury and a comfortable ride.

Based on a mid-engined layout, the Acura NSX features an all-aluminum chassis and a high-revving V6. Its handling and build quality teach many of its competitors a lesson.

The Acura RSX is powered by a high-revving 4-cylinder engine and offers seating for up to four passengers. With its agile handling, the RSX is one of the sportiest front-wheel-drive cars.

Available in coupe and convertible bodystyles, the Chevrolet Corvette offers excellent handling, powerful V8 engines, and handsome looks for a price unrivalled in its class.

Powered by a 3.6l V8, the Ferrari 360 Modena is the best entry-model Ferrari has ever produced. The 360 handles weel, is well built, and looks simply stunning.

Powered by a choice of strong V6 and V8 engines driving the rear wheels, the Ford Mustang offers lots of straight-line performance for a low price and even handles quite well.

The Honda Accord comes powered by 4- and 6-cylinder engines and offers a spacious and comfortable interior for five passengers, good handling, and excellent built quality.

The Toyota Camry Solara is powered by four- and six-cylinder engines and hosts four to five passengers in comfort, while offering sportier handling and looks than its sedan sibling.

The Toyota Celica is a fine sports coupe offering space for four passengers. The Celica comes with a choice of 1.8L 4-cylinder engines pumping out up to 180 hp.