They're right - what matters most is compatability. I am almost 5 years older than my husband. I'm also about 4 inches taller. To me (and others grrrr!!), my husband is the most attractive man on the planet. He is the biggest blessing I could ever have received and I am thankful every day of my life that he is my husband and the father of our boyz. In August, we celebrated our 11th anniversary! And they have been the happiest, best years that anyone could ever have.
If you are a good match with this man, dont worry about age difference, height difference etc. In the end, those things dont matter a bit.
Wishing you all the best!
thats really sweet Mama :) mashallah