A Lancer EX GT is a much better car than a flipping Tiida, trust me; the 2.0 engine is powerful for the size of the car and it comes with the steering wheel Tiptronic paddles as standard. It looks better too.

I wouldn't bother with a standard spec Lancer though.

BUT, as with any of these things, YOU need to decide for youself. Drive both and see which you prefer; only you know the criteria you need the car to meet.