Yes, and no. The comparison all depends on the lens through which you view the style. There are things that each excels at. And, while each may try to be a jack of all trades, they still lean more towards established strong points. The smaller automobiles generally handle better than their larger cousins, but they sacrifice practicality for this dexterity. However, they also boast generally lower price tags and hard-to-beat mileage figures. If you need access to all-wheel drive, you may find your choices more limited, as there are not many types of sedans that offer AWD as an option.