I thought Romney was very impressive when I saw the thing on C-Span. Rudy was good on a conversational level but more anecdotal, whereas Romney dealt with specifics. Romney's also the only one actually talking about fiscal responsibility, which used to be one of the Republican Party's core beliefs.
I wasn't that impressed with Rudy's speech at CPAC; and I was actively listening, trying to pick up something exciting.
It wasn't there. At least for me.
yes, that is Rudy's style. more of a conversational approach, rather then the "booming oratory" type of speeches.