Which is a better first move: e3 or e4? why?

Question

Which is a better first move: e3 or e4? why?

Answer 1

Both weaken f3 and d3.

Both allow the King's Bishop and Queen to get out.

e3 prevents black going to d4 and f4, which are not possible for black to, get to right now.

e4 prevents, or tries to prevent,  d5 and f5 which are credible possibilities now.

e4 is better.

Answer 2

e4,so you can open the opening of your officials

Answer 3

I'd say e4 because control of the center 4 squares of the game board can influence the development of the early game.. resulting in a more stability in the middle game. The farther across the center line you can control (effectively).. the more difficult is for the other player to develop an attack or defense.