Forum:The Sims 2 vs 3

I'm sorry if this topic been discussed already, please link me in that case.

So lately I've been getting into The Sims again, but I'm not sure if I should play The Sims 2 or The Sims 3 series (I love the first series as well, but the graphic and lack of features in playstyle makes it get boring quite fast).

I had a quick look into The Sims 3 when it was first released, and I didn't like it at all. I can't say I gave it a fair try though, but I'd like to know what others think making me decide which I should play, because I honestly don't have either time or money to install both and try them out.

Did you use to play The Sims 2 before The Sims 3 was released? First thoughts about The Sims 3, how was it later on? How is it now, with quite many expansion to it? Good/bad features, things you wish to change? I'm looking for good, honest and mature reviews.

As I said, I haven't play The Sims 3 a lot. What I disliked directly and most is the creating of character. The character itself just looks bad, I didn't really find any nice cloth, and it's just TOO much customizable. I do like the more in deep personality creation. Is this just a first reaction that will fade/I'll get used to it or how is it? How was it for you?

Can't speak much for the rest, since I don't remember so much.