I haven't researched stick vacuums much because I had trouble finding information on exactly what you're asking (it's been a couple years though so the market may have changed!).
Every time I look into them, I find myself considering getting a canister system instead - if you're already thinking corded, adding the canister to the deal might not be too far an inconvenience for you? I have a Miele upright that has been a champ, so I'd probably stick with Miele canisters. For now I just use the wand on my upright. And next fall I'll find myself looking up stick vacuums again so hopefully you find something fantastic for me to consider :)