Segment
2. Continental AllSeasonContact Premium3. Firestone Multiseason 2 Upper-middle
Comparison: Ceat 4 SeasonDrive vs. Firestone Multiseason 2 vs. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO vs. Continental AllSeasonContact
The comparison below reviews two budget-friendly multi/season tyres tested by AutoBild and our lab: the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive (our rating: 63%) and the Firestone Multiseason 2 (our rating: 55%). Neither model has been replaced by a newer generation to date. Manufacturer pages: Ceat and Firestone.
Summary of test results
In the AutoBild comparative test (35 tyres), the two tyres ranked very differently: Firestone Multiseason 2 placed 9th, while the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive landed 34th of 35. Firestone scored particularly well for rolling resistance and braking on wet/snow in AutoBild, while Ceat was repeatedly noted for value, low noise and long mileage but flagged for limited winter performance and weakened wet braking.
Ceat 4 SeasonDrive — strengths & weaknesses
The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive stands out for price-conscious drivers: tests repeatedly highlight good mileage, a quiet ride and an attractive price point. Those characteristics likely explain its higher overall internal rating (63%) despite weaker test placements.
Verdict: Ceat is a sensible budget all-round tyre for drivers prioritising mileage, comfort and cost — but be aware of its compromised safety margins in wet and wintry conditions.
Firestone Multiseason 2 — strengths & weaknesses
Firestone’s Multiseason 2 scored better in comparative test position and was praised for its braking performance and efficiency: AutoBild highlights short snow and wet braking distances, high mileage and low rolling resistance. However, it is not without trade-offs.
Verdict: Overall, Firestone is the stronger performer in independent comparative tests — a superior choice if wet and snow braking and efficiency matter most, but expect modest compromises on dry handling precision.
Head-to-head conclusion
Which tyre is better in tests overall? Based on AutoBild positions and test notes, the Firestone Multiseason 2 outperforms the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive in core safety-relevant areas (wet and snow braking, rolling resistance) and placed much higher in the 35-tyre AutoBild field (9 vs 34). That said, our aggregated rating still gives Ceat a higher score (63% vs 55%) due to its strong points in noise, cost and mileage—factors that matter to many buyers.
Recommendation: choose Firestone Multiseason 2 if you prioritise test-proven braking performance and fuel efficiency; choose Ceat 4 SeasonDrive if you prioritise value, quietness and longevity but accept weaker wet/winter performance. For manufacturer details visit Ceat and Firestone.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Continental AllSeasonContact Exemplary2. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO Exemplary4. Ceat 4 SeasonDrive Conditionally recommended
Worst rating in test
2. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO Conditionally recommended3. Ceat 4 SeasonDrive Conditionally recommended4. Continental AllSeasonContact Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Snow
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Add to comparison
Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 4 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
4
Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 38.0 | 43.9 | |||||
| Ceat 4 SeasonDrive | 38.6 | 47.4 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41.5 | 50.3 | |||||
| Show test details | |||||||
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 37.7 | 45 | |||||
| Ceat 4 SeasonDrive | 40.8 | 50.1 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41.8 | 47.9 | |||||
| Show test details | |||||||
| Name | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceat 4 SeasonDrive Rating: Conditionally recommended | |||||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
| Show test details | |||||||
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 | |||||
| Ceat 4 SeasonDrive | 44,9 | 63,7 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 45,9 | 48,9 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | 41,4 | 44,4 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 45,8 | 48,9 | |||||
| Show test details | |||||||
