I'm not a professional and I don't have many experience, but I test drove many sport cars on the exact same route before I bought the crossfire. What I like the crossfire is the exceptional handling and performance, I can make super fast sharp turns so smooth with confidence, while most japanese sport cars can't, they lost grip easily when I do crazy turns. However if you want more horse power and strong acceleration, crossfire is not the one.

I would recommand both the S2k and the crossfire. both are very nice.

Reliablitly and repair cost, crossfire is a MB, you make your own judgment, I believe it depends on your luck.