Well like most things in this game that make you scratch your head, I think this one can also be attributed to them supporting playstation/gamepad.

But still, I'm sure there are other playstation games (probably FPS) that have even better map controls than this. It must be possible. The map is so clunky right now and I agree it makes no geographical sense, so I am ALWAYS having to click through it to find where I'm supposed to go.