Segment
1. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Premium2. BFGoodrich Advantage Upper-middle
Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. BFGoodrich Advantage
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Let's examine the details of two tyres for comparison: the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 and the BFGoodrich Advantage. Both are summer tyres, designed for durability and performance in warmer weather conditions.
The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, a touring tyre, replaced the previous model Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125. With our rating of 81%, this tyre shines in terms of dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking, according to the Autobild test. The model also shows a dynamic driving behavior on wet and dry tracks and a low rolling resistance as per ADAC 2017's results. However, it does show some weaknesses in its environmental balance and efficiency, plus a slight weakness in aquaplaning. The tyre delivers excellent handling on both dry and wet tracks with a good price-to-performance ratio. Visit the official website for more information.
On the other hand, the BFGoodrich Advantage has been noted for its comfort, appearing at 20th place in the Autobild test. Its strengths include dynamic dry handling, quiet running noise, low rolling resistance, and a reasonable price according to Autobild 2024. Despite these assets, the tyre tends to understeer in wet conditions and has a longer braking distance. It offers a stable ride and short braking distances on dry tracks, however, it has understeering handling behavior and extended braking distances in the wet. Check out the official website for more specifications.
In mutual test positions, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 generally outranks the BFGoodrich Advantage, suggesting better overall performance. It placed second in the Autobild test out of 51 tyres, and ninth in the ADAC test out of 50. The BFGoodrich Advantage, meanwhile, came 20th in the Autoblild test and 21st in the ADAC test.
In conclusion, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stands out for its efficiency, handling and price-performance ratio, while the BFGoodrich Advantage appeals for its comfort and dry performance. A careful consideration of these strengths and weaknesses along with driver’s individual needs can lead to the ideal tyre selection. For a broader choice, one can refer to the respective manufacturers Hankook and BFGoodrich.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. BFGoodrich Advantage 13.62
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
1. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Recommended2. BFGoodrich Advantage Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Offroad
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
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| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Good | |||||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage 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 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 35,9 | 27,7 | |||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage | 37,4 | 29,1 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,4 | |||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage Rating: Good | 2,8 | 2,9 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage Rating: Good | 2- | 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 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | 35,8 | 27,8 | |||||
| BFGoodrich Advantage | 36,3 | 31 | |||||
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