I can be accused of being biased, because I am, but I cannot recall Wharfedale being renowned for "clarity and natural sound," so my impression is that they will not return you to Vandersteen-type sound. Wharfedale does have some fans around here, so hopefully, one will chime in. At this price point, though, they do not compete well, IMO.
I'm with tubeguy44 (OH NO!

), but I prefer the JBLs; yet, neither of us can emphasize enough that you must listen to both and choose that which most appeals to you. Even the most beautiful woman wears thin if her personality is not pleasing, so don't pick on looks alone.
"If you want to be happy for the rest of your life,
Don't make a pretty woman your wife.
Go from my personal point of view,
Get an ugly girl to marry you."
Or maybe, as Bill Miller says, "Why can't it be both?"