Class 10 FB at Cheesman school assured me, when asked this question last term that the PS2 is undoubtedly better than the Xbox. This is because there is more software available for the PS2, the gaming controls are much more user friendly, significantly improving playability and the base unit is small, making storage much easier, particularly near the main family TV set. .... They are the experts after all!
Compliments of the season.
P.P.