Comparison: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 vs. Bridgestone Weather Control A005
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We're going to look at two all-around tyres, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and the Bridgestone Weather Control A005. According to Goodyear, the Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 is replaced with the Gen-3 model. No replacement was indicated for the Bridgestone Weather Control A005.
Various tests show that both tyres possess distinct strengths and weaknesses. The Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 earned the 3rd position in both Autoklub ČR and Autobild tests with standout features such as comfort and snow handling. In the ADAC test, it came 2nd with ice braking being its best feature. The summarised text from ADAC 2020 praises it for performing relatively well in wet conditions and having reduced wear, however, it does have weaknesses on dry and snowy surfaces.
The Bridgestone Weather Control A005, on the other hand, had variable test results. It was placed 4th by Autoklub ČR, excelling at dry braking and wet circle cornering, but fell to the 7th position in ADAC, still maintaining prowess in dry braking and handling. However, in the Autobild test, it managed to secure the 1st stage, with dry braking, rolling resistance, and wet braking as its standout features. Yet, as per the data summary from ADAC 2020, the tyre had excellent performance on both dry and wet tracks but showed significant weakness in snowy conditions.
In general, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 provides comfort and has good snow handling but shows weaknesses on dry surfaces, while the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 exhibits excellent dry and wet braking, but might not be the best option for snow-covered terrain.
Verdict: Based on the comparison, it can be inferred that the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 might be more appealing for users residing in regions with frequent snowfalls, while the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 could be a better option for those driving in dry and wet conditions. Nonetheless, the selection would heavily depend on users' specific requirements and the often-encountered weather conditions in their area.
For further information and more in-depth analysis, users are encouraged to visit the pages of the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 and the Bridgestone Weather Control A005 here on our website.
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Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Exemplary2. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Recommended2. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Snow
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | |||
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| Best values in test | 99,8 | 99,3 | 106,9 | 98,3 | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 98,7 | 95,6 | 102,1 | 98,3 | |||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 98,3 | 98,4 | 106,9 | 89,7 | |||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | dostatečné | 2,0 | 2,6 | 3,0 | 2,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | 1,5 |
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Rating: Sufficient | dostatečné | 2,6 | 3,8 | 3,6 | 2,4 | 2,8 | 1,0 | 1,9 |
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Poor | nedostatečné | 2,0 | 2,6 | 5,4 | 2,4 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 1,9 |
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| Name | Points total | Rating | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise |
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| Best values in test | 200 | velmi doporučeno | 66 | 66 | 49 | 18 | 8 |
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Rating: Recommended | 190 | doporučeno | 50 | 63 | 46 | 17 | 8 |
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Recommended | 187 | doporučeno | 43 | 65 | 47 | 18 | 8 |
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | ||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Rating: Good | dobré | 2 | 2- | 1- | 1- | ||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2 | 2+ | 3+ | 3 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 44,4 | 47,5 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 39,7 | 46,3 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 1- | ||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | ||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Not recommended | nedoporučeno | 2+ | 2 | 3- | 2- | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 | 44,6 | 46,2 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
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