Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. Sava Intensa UHP 2

In this comparison, we put the Bridgestone Turanza T005 against the Sava Intensa UHP 2, two summer tyres lauded for their performances in various tests.

The Bridgestone Turanza T005, a touring tyre made in Hungary, Poland, France, and Italy, earned an impressive 89% rating from us. The Turanza T005 is generally a strong performer in a range of tests. It secured the 4th position in both the Promobil and ADAC tests, significantly ahead of the Sava Intensa UHP 2. By contrast, in the Autobild test where the total contenders were 53, it got the 10th position but won accolades for features like Dry and Wet braking and handling, Wet circle cornering, and Rolling resistance.

The Sava Intensa UHP 2, which replaced its preceding model Sava Intensa UHP, earned a respectable 73% rating from us. It ranked 17th in a contest of 53 tyres in the Autobild test, where it was praised for its Aquaplaning - cross and Price/value. However, the Sava Intensa UHP 2 came in 8th and 12th in the Promobil and ADAC tests respectively.

Looking at the summarised data, Autobild 2022 praised Turanza T005 for its excellent grip, dry and wet handling, precise steering, and short dry and wet braking distances. However, it was criticised for its limited mileage. Similarly, Sava Intensa UHP 2 received commendations for its safety reserves during Aquaplaning, stable dry driving behaviour, short dry and wet braking distances, good comfort, and low price, but it also drew criticism for its limited mileage.

Both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses but overall, according to our professional assessments and various tests, Bridgestone Turanza T005 has a slight edge over the Sava Intensa UHP 2.

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