The questionable controls and lack of personality from the characters also made me lean more to preferring the original than the sequel. And like I said above, there are some controls issues that I noticed, but that really doesn't effect the enjoyment of the game. 8.4 Graphics Improved viewing distance, lots more cars, and less pop-up and slowdown. No huge visual improvements though. The new hop feature and multiple passenger pick-ups are great additions, as well as the new layout of the city.
Control can be a bit questionable though.
Two new HUGE cities, a wonderful replay feature, and tons of creative mini-games. Just wished for those versus modes. Around Apple Map. Crossing the bridge. Cutting through the traffic.