The old RS v ST debate still going strong. Until you have driven both cars back to back I don't think it's fair to pick holes in the way it drives. Yes the Focus ST was slower round the Top Geat test track but it was foggy as fook so you couldn't see more than three feet in front of the car. On a good day I am sure the ST would be quicker than the Megane and even if it wasn't I know which I would be taking home and it wouldn't be the Renault.
Personally I would have the Focus RS over the ST as I consider it to be a bit more special but by no means does that make me right it's just my opinion and take on it.
The ST, I think, will sell well and be a good car for Ford and it's nice to see they are still willing to put hot Fords out. Wasn't that long ago the most sporty car they did was an Si