The debate on who people think is better – The Simpsons or Family Guy – has been going on since Family Guy started to get more attention than most people initially expected. I plead guilty as one of those who disregarded the cartoon show as something that won't make it longer than my latest diet plan. However, everybody – well, maybe except its creator, Seth MacFarlane – was in for a surprise when not only Family Guy stayed longer but became a serious competitor in the attention that once was solely controlled by Homer and the beloved people of Springfield.

That was when it started. The debates, heated arguments, walk-outs, sleepless nights. And these are reactions, not of teenagers but mostly of adult men. Some people would think we have more to do with our time than argue about something as unimportant, but when it comes to the position of the best reason to hang out in the couch, there's nothing casual about that. I've to admit of maybe stoking the fire a bit with my hub putting the two families on a head-to-head, but it was all in good fun. And besides, if MTV: Celebrity Death Match should suddenly , and most fortunately, get back on air, the debut match would definitely be The Simpsons Vs. The Griffins. Man, wouldn't that rock!

Honestly, and I've already said this before, there's no question in my heart that The Simpsons will forever hold the title of the best ever cartoon show this side of the galaxy. The fact that they were the ones I grew up with, watching them all get home and sit in front of the TV while that beloved opening song plays,”Dun, dun, du-run, dun dun dururun...” is enough of a reason to inspire endless loyalty. To be fair, though, their longer existence isn't the only reason why people still prefer Sprigfield's finest instead of the guys from Quahog.

The Simpsons' brand of humor is a lot tighter; they cater to a wider audience since the jokes they have on the show is not exclusively for just one specific group, unlike Family Guy, which has ongoing jokes that most people who have never seen Star Wars or The Godfather can understand. It's fine, though, Family Guys kind of makes up for it by putting as many jokes as possible.

The supporting characters also give people something to argue about and since each of us has different preferences on what we find funny, the existence of both shows is a blessing to couch potatoes and compulsive debaters everywhere.

Let's start with The Simpsons.

Moe, for instance, the ex-boxer owner of a local bar who exhibits the most disturbing homicidal and suicidal tendencies has been an almost constant part of each episode. He is a huge favorite for some because even with all the hang-ups Mo still shows a bit of his good side by still holding a torch for Marge and promising to always protect Maggie. Now, ain't that sweet?

Or how about Ned Flanders? This huge personal annoyance in Homer's otherwise disordered life is incessantly irritating but has turned out to be quite a hunk. He and his two sons have been in some of the best moments on TV ever.

And of course, my most favorite part of the whole show, except of course Homer, the evil and perpetually living multi-millionaire – Mr. Charles Montgomery Burns. He, not only, single-handedly performs the task of being the villain in the show, but is also immortalized because of his trademark expression “Excellent!” - always spoken in a very sinister voice while tenting his fingertips.

Some more characters worth to note are Carl and Lenny (Homer's work and drinking buddies), Comic Book Guy, Apu, father and son Ralph and Chief Wiggum, Groundskeeper Willie, Nelson, and Krusty the Clown.

Now let's take a look at Family Guy.

They have Officer Joe Swanson – a paraplegic cop who have anger management problems, a mild-mannered deli-owner named Cleveland Brown, Peter's hypochondriac friend – Mort Goldman, and the coolest one except for Stewie – Death.

Now here's one of the biggest things that sets the two shows apart: the guts Family Guy writers have – something that The Simpsons writers used to have a lot of,right when the show was new.

Family Guy characters exhibit the most disturbing behavior that the writers don't even just allude to – they are spoken out loud. Most worrying behaviors displayed by residents of Springfield are hinted. For instance, Mr. Burns's assistant Smithers' homosexuality, Carl and Lenny's gay relationship, and Ralph Wiggum being mentally challenged.

In contrast, Family Guy screams the questionable traits their characters have. Look at Glenn Quagmire, for instance. He has shown deviant behavior, is a registered sex offender, and is recorded as not above necrophilia.  This holds true for some of the other characters like Herbert (a pedophile and ephebophile), Johnny Vaudeville, and some twisted oedipal complex going on with the two sons in the Griffin household.

That's why some critics consider Family Guy as a more R-rated version of The Simpsons. Family Guy has jokes not allowed for kids below 10. The Simpsons also has some questionable jokes, but they're cleverly hidden that only adults can understand, making the show a lot more watchable for children.

With all their differences, though, the fact that they give entertainment to different people in different walks of life should be enough for us to back off and just enjoy. I mean, their creators are great friends, so why shouldn't we be?