Nikon D3000 or Canon 1000D

Hi Guys.

I know there is a DSLR thread, but it is too huge a thread and my question will probably get lost, and I need to take this decision most probably by the end of the week.

I am looking to buy a basic DSLR and am stuck between Nikon and Canons 3000 and 1000. I am a bit inclined towards the Nikon, but I want experts opinion on the same.

Some facts that I have at hand

Nikon: Cost: With VR Kit Rs 28,500 (Also includes training class, tripod, 2 GB card, carry case etc)

Canon: Cost: With Kit Rs 26,000 (Includes Class, 2 GB Card and Case)

A dealer at Croma electronics told me to go in for Canon, because apart from Canon specific lenses, I could also purchase some cheaper non-canon lenses for the same. However with Nikon, it is compatible only with Nikon lenses, hence in the longrun cost may go up very high

Appreciate your help on the same

Thanks