I dont care what people think all i know is that when i get into mine and drive it i have a huge smile on my face.
Just because it is limited doesnt mean it cant be compared to the 205. Over the past 12 years most of the hot hatchs that have been built have been pretty tame in comparison to the 205, Renault are the only company that took the bull by its head and made a car that was fun to drive. The Trophy goes one better than the 172/182 in terms of the way it handles, and therefore the only car that can really be compared to the Trophy is the 205.
Oh and dont forget that Renault aslo made one of the best hot hatchs ever in the form of the Williams, that still today, drives like a true hot hatch of yester year.
Both cars are superb, but I will stick with the Trophy, mainly because it is newer and dare I say it more reliable. (DOH Now i have done it, Oh well might as well get the use out of my warranty)