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2. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Premium
Comparison: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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If you're looking for a comprehensive comparison between the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4, you've come to the right place. These two tyres are summer-type, with the Hankook model a touring subtype.
The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, successor of the Efficient Grip Performance model, excels in a number of tests, scoring an overall rating of 87%. Standing 4th and 18th in Vibilagare and Autobild tests respectively, its strengths include high mileage, price-value, comfort, dry and wet handling.
However, according to TyreReviews.com, the Goodyear tyre displays average aquaplaning resistance and longer dry braking time. AutoBild draws attention to its high price level.
In contrast, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4, following the Ventus Prime3 K125 model, has an overall rating of 85%. Excels especially in the Autobild test where it secured the 2nd position. It shows excellent control in dry and wet conditions, including aquaplaning resistance, dry braking and handling, and wet braking. Additionally, the tyre provides lower exterior noise.
However, the drawbacks of the Hankook tyre are its average mileage and lower efficiency according to TyreReviews.com, as well as ADAC tests. Autobild's review highlights that comfort is average.
In summary, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 may impress you with its balanced performance, comfort, lower noise and good mileage, provided that you don’t mind higher prices and average aquaplaning resistance. On the other hand, Hankook Ventus Prime 4 wins in terms of handling in both wet and dry conditions, reduced exterior noise, and excellent dry and wet braking, even though its comfort and efficiency could be improved.
Looking at the mutual test positions, the Goodyear tyre triumphs in the Vibilagare and ADAC tests, whereas Hankook outperforms in the Autobild test.
Each of the tyres has its advantages and areas for improvement, so keep your specific needs and preferences in mind when making your choice between the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 and the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
As both tyre models are current, there are no replacement models to be mentioned for either.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Exemplary2. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Recommended2. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 87 | ||||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | 80 | ||||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 77 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| GoodYear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2 | 2 | 2+ | |||
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| GoodYear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Good | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| GoodYear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | 36,4 | 29,2 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 35,9 | 27,7 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 1,6 | 3,2 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,1 | 2,9 | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Highly recommended | 1 | ||||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| GoodYear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Good | 1,7 | 2,1 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,4 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 | 36,8 | 29,7 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 35,8 | 27,8 | |||||
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