1.   Vontz said that compared with progress on other major debt agreements, the four years it has taken the banks to reschedule Russian debt was relatively quick.

2.   Analysts said that compared with competitors in Japan, Toyota has not introduced enough models that appeal to consumers.

3.   He said compared to Malaysia, China opened its doors a little later and thus, will need time to adjust to the market.

4.   He said compared to Georgetown district, Balik Pulau lagged behind in all basic amenities.

5.   He said compared to other Asian airlines, Cathay had remained one of the strongest in the region despite the turmoil.

6.   Prof Lu said compared with the mainland, the territory had insufficient science and technology graduates.

7.   The maquiladoras say comparing the success of American managers and the misery of Mexican workers is invalid.