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Comparison: BFGoodrich Advantage vs. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

3 mutual test(s) with detailed data

The BFGoodrich Advantage and the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 are summer tyres delivering unique performance features. Overall, tests show the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 surpasses the BFGoodrich Advantage. Based on our ratings, the Ventus Prime 4 has an impressive 81% compared to BFGoodrich's 68%.


BFGoodrich Advantage


The BFGoodrich Advantage is a summer tyre known for its comfort. In Autobild tests, it ranked 20th out of 51 tyres. Its strengths lie in its comfort, featuring a significantly quiet running noise, dynamic dry handling, low rolling resistance, and competitive pricing according to Autobild 2024. The tyre’s performance on a dry track is stable with short braking distances as highlighted in the Autobild 2022 report. However, it tends to understeer in wet conditions, leading to extended braking distances. Visit here for more details about BFGoodrich Advantage tyre.


Hankook Ventus Prime 4


The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, on the other hand, is a standout in tests. In the Autobild test, it impressively ranked 2nd. This high ranking spells its excellence in dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking. It's a well-rounded tyre, performing effectively on dry and wet roads according to Autobild 2024 tests. Other strong points noted in the Autobild 2022 report include short wet and dry braking distances, excellent handling on dry and wet tracks. However, the tyre shows a slight weakness in aquaplaning, environmental balance, and efficiency. Despite these few shortcomings, still, it offers a good price-to-performance ratio. For more details about Hankook Ventus Prime 4, click here.


In conclusion, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 outperforms the BFGoodrich Advantage particularly in dry and wet handling, and in braking conditions. It is a more versatile option, delivering excellent performance in a wide range of road conditions. If comfort is a priority, however, the BFGoodrich Advantage holds a significant edge. Both offer unique strong suits and each suits different customer needs. Visit Hankook and BFGoodrich for more tyre options.

Test Profile

BFGoodrich
Advantage
Hankook
Ventus Prime 4
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
14
13
10
Best position
#8
#2
#2
Average position
13.4
6.2
6.0
Latest test
2026
2026
2026
Available sizes
153
530
104

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
BFGoodrich Advantage
63%
BFGoodrich
Advantage
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
75%
Hankook
Ventus Prime 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Wet Braking
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
85%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
90%
Wet Handling
BFGoodrich Advantage
57%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
82%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
74%
Wet Circle Cornering
BFGoodrich Advantage
61%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
78%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
BFGoodrich Advantage
67%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
67%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Aquaplaning Cross
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
63%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
59%
Dry Performance
BFGoodrich Advantage
76%
BFGoodrich
Advantage
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
87%
Hankook
Ventus Prime 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Dry Braking
BFGoodrich Advantage
75%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
86%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
90%
Dry Handling
BFGoodrich Advantage
76%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Comfort & Noise
BFGoodrich Advantage
83%
BFGoodrich
Advantage
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
71%
Hankook
Ventus Prime 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
75%
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Noise Exterior
BFGoodrich Advantage
79%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
74%
Ride Comfort
BFGoodrich Advantage
86%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Economy
BFGoodrich Advantage
68%
BFGoodrich
Advantage
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
76%
Hankook
Ventus Prime 4
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Rolling Resistance
BFGoodrich Advantage
76%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
63%
Mileage
BFGoodrich Advantage
60%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
68%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
68%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2026225/50 R17View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View

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