They don't have the manumatic mode, (6 cyl) not sure on the gear ratios either, but i do know they are both the 5eat
Mike's talking about the sport-shift, and yes, they both should have it. The gear ratios will more than likely be different on the 6cyl vs the GT.
I think, i'm not 100% on that though. I would guess that they have the same pole count in the connectors, and that they are arranged the same.
*pelvic thrusts towards MR Wag* Auto would definitely make it easier. 5-speeds are nice. They can definitely hold some power too.
The steering wheel controls aren't really needed IMO. If I did this on the MR car, I'd make paddles on either side of the steering column. One for up, one for down.