Comparison: BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 vs. Kumho HA32 Solus 4S vs. Continental AllSeasonContact vs. Hankook Kinergy 4S2 H750 vs. Michelin CrossClimate 2

In this comparison, we will be looking at the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 and the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S tyres. These allround tyres are produced by BFGoodrich and Kumho, respectively.

According to our rating system, the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 has a score of 74%, while the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S scores slightly higher at 76%. Both tyres have not been replaced by newer models.

In the Autobild test, which involved 32 total tyres, the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S secured the 10th position, and the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 came in at 12th place.

Strengths and Weaknesses

The BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 excels in exterior noise, comfort, snow braking, snow cornering, and snow handling. The tyre has an excellent grip on snow and ice, providing strong traction and a secure driving experience. It also offers short dry braking distances and good rolling comfort, coupled with a fuel-saving rolling resistance. However, its weakness lies in its understeering performance on wet surfaces.

On the other hand, the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S shines in mileage, price/value, and exterior noise. This tyre provides good driving characteristics in all weather conditions, excellent traction, and short stopping distances on snowy roads. It also delivers dynamic wet and dry handling. Its weaknesses include a lower expected mileage than the BFGoodrich tyre, high rolling resistance, and a less satisfactory price-performance ratio.

Verdict

Considering the test results and strengths and weaknesses of each tyre, we can conclude that the Kumho HA32 Solus 4S offers an overall better performance in various conditions. Its higher rating and better test position affirm its superiority over the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2. However, the BFGoodrich tyre should not be discounted for its excellent snow performance and fuel-saving features.

In conclusion, both the BFGoodrich G-Grip All Season 2 and Kumho HA32 Solus 4S are viable options for allround tyres. The choice ultimately depends on the specific preferences and requirements of the driver, whether it is superior snow handling with the BFGoodrich tyre or all-round consistent performance with the Kumho tyre.