^^^^
Okay, market
segmentation rather than just market (which is how I misinterpreted your post).
I'm not saying you are wrong but only that I, and possibly some others, simply view car comparisons more broadly and with purchase price factors. I can't help the fact that
IF I was considering a new car I would definitely be looking at both a Mk6 and an RS and even an Evo X, for example. So, for me personally, I'd be making a comparison, even if it's viewed as wrong or invalid.
I've already decided that I don't much like the Mk6 GTI's interior and rear styling and it would cost too much to mod it to what I'd want. I think that the Mk6 GTI makes more sense as a purchase to someone who hasn't got a Mk5 and it certainly doesn't cut it if compared with an Ed30. On the other hand, if you aren't buying it outright and change your car regularly on some company deal, then it doesn't matter so much.
Peace