2" or 3" ?

[dcarp]

Ok, Today is the day (actually, this evening) that my explorer will be getting its long awaited altitude adjustment. I'm leaning toward a 3" drop, just because I've always owned severely lowered vehicles, but I do have reservations.

From a handling standpoint, which would be better 2 or 3? Just for background it's a 2wd 2001 Sport with stock 16" wheels and tires. New wheels (probably 18s) to come but not for a few months.

Thanks for the help!