The entry level Cub Cadet 1000 series is designed to compete with other "Box" store machines and it's quality is not up to the standard seen in the higher models. With 2 acres to cut, I'd look at the Cub 2000 and 2500 series tractors. I don't know much about Toro except to say they have been in the lawn mowing business a long time and enjoy a decent reputation. Take some several minutes and sit on the models you are looking at. See if the leg room is ok, belly room (if needed), back support, are the controls laid out so that you can easily reach them? if the mower lift is manual, can you easily lift it? can other potential operators (wife)? same for a front mounted snowblower if needed, can you easily lift it? How easy is it to get on and off? Do you find your leg hanging up on a lever anywhere? Check the turning radius, overall width of the deck INCLUDING guards against your shed doors, gates, space between trees. In the end, it really isn't what color the paint is, but how well the machine and you work together. This tractor might last 10-20 years, so buy one that is enjoyable to use and not one you have to struggle with. I mention all this because what might be a great set-up for a tall left hander, may be really hard for a shorter right hander to use. I encourage you to try them out if possible to see if you'll be mowing with a smile, or muttering under your breath.