It is an odd choice. It has cosmetic improvements like articulation, retractable chest cannons and better use of the shields, but he's just so damn small. I'd much prefer Hasbro retool the original mold to incorporate similar updates as well as retaining his screen accuracy.
I compare the PE version to the likes of Generations updates. It's the same character, but with a new look.
In the end, I don't think I'll be picking up either of them.