Is 11inch MacBook Air Too Small?

Hi,
I'm totally stuck on which MacBook to upgrade to. I currently have a late 2009 white polycarbonate MacBook. I use it with a 27inch external HD display. My first question is - is it worth an upgrade? My main uses are schoolwork, email, web surfing, the odd movie and the very odd intensive task. Should I upgrade my Mac now or wait another year or two? If I was to upgrade I am looking at an 11inch MacBook Air. 2nd question is - is it too small. I bring my MacBook around alot and would even more if I had the Air but is it too small for what I want to do? I know I have the external display but what when I'm not using it?
Sorry to be such a vague question,
Any help appreciated,
Mg

Ive owned both 11" and 13" Air, i wouldnt go back to the 11", but thats subjective
The 13" has a lot more battery and therefore more power for longer hours
also the 13" has a SD card slot, and of course larger viewing area (obviously).
The weight diff. to me was next to nothing between the two.

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