So, what riding mower should I buy???

[429mustang]

I'm gonna go buy a riding mower between tomorrow and friday, I've narrowed it down to Husqvaurna (correct spelling????) and Cub Cadet. I'd like to spend just under $2000, the Cub is $1999- 50" deck/24hp v-twin/ hydrostatic trans (foot throttle controls), the Husq. is 1799 and has a 48" deck, 22 (i think) HP v-twin/hydrostatic trans (lever throttle control). The throttle pedals are cooler, but the Husq. looks better (orange/grey) and comes with beefier tires and is $200 cheaper. John Deers are pretty much out of the picture now just cause they're way smaller/less options for the money ( the $1999 model is still a 42" deck with a Kohler 17.5hp motor). Anyway, if anyone has any ideas/opinions on what would be the best buy I'd really appreciate it.