For those who don't know too much about these cars or those who want to see some differences that I've taken note of here they are (from automotive.com):
Engine and Fuel:
Spec V - 2.5L n/a I4, 9.5 comp. ratio, DOHC, 175HP @ 6k RPM 180ft/lbs. torque @ 4k RPM. 87 octane fuel, 13.2 gal. fuel tank, 23 city 29 highway (estimate)
SRT-4 - 2.4L turbocharged I4, 8.1 comp. ratio, DOHC, 230HP @ 5300 RPM 250ft/lbs. torque @ 2200 RPM. 91 octane fuel, 12.4 gal. fuel tank, 22 city 30 highway (estimate).
Handling, Brakes, etc:
Spec V - 4 wheel ABS (with Spec V brake package only, not standard), 4 disc brakes (2 vent), HLSD, strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, beam rear suspension rigid with stabilizer bar and coil springs.
SRT-4 - 4 wheel ABS (standard), 4 disc brakes (2 vent), electronic brake distribution, front LSD, strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs.
Exterior:
Spec V - drag coefficient .33, fog lights, spoiler
SRT-4 - drag coefficient .35, fog lights, electric folding mirrors, complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights,
Interior:
Spec V - front and back power outlet, in-dash theft protection, AM/FM stereo/single disc cd player (6-disc in-dash changer 8 speakers and subwoofer with Audio Package), cruise control, really spiffy cup holders, computer with average speed, average fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel, driver and passenger air bags, comfy bucket seats, low fuel and washer fluid warnings, front and rear power windows, some weird microfiber for cleaner inside air (not stock, 50 dollars extra... wow)
SRT-4 - front power outlet, peripheral theft protection, AM/FM stereo/single disc cd player (more speakers and subwoofer with Audio Package), no cruise control, low fuel warning, front power windows (not rear)
The SRT-4 is about 5-6k more than the Spec V (at least where I live).
Also let's not forget the main purpose of this thread was to give tips on what to do at a dealership and how to deal with salesmen. Truly I appreciate everyone's input but I've never dealt with a car salesman before.