This has nothing to do with hondas, but hey, what the heck.....

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2003 Jetta GLS 1.8T
Horsepower: 180 hp
Max Horsepower: 5500 rpm
Torque: 173 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 1950 rpm
Weight: 3037 lbs.
MSRP: $21,015

2003 Jetta GLI VR6
Horsepower: 200 hp
Max Horsepower: 6200 rpm
Torque: 195 ft-lbs.
Max Torque: 3200 rpm
Weight: 3179 lbs.
MSRP: $23,525

You could spend $2000 on the 1.8T and still be under the stock VR6 price. $2000 on a 1.8T will go a long way.

It all depends on your budget. If you (or your parents) have a bottomless wallet, then the VR6 isn't a bad choice.