Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 7 vs. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

Continental PremiumContact 7 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4 — a direct look at independent tyre tests, summed from ADAC, AutoBild, TyreReviews and national clubs. This comparison highlights test positions, consolidated strengths and weaknesses, and an overall verdict to help you choose the better summer touring tyre.

Continental PremiumContact 7 (Continental) is the clear class leader in independent testing, with an overall rating of 98%. It repeatedly finishes at or near the top: ADAC 1/16, AutoBild 1/55, Autoklub ČR 1/19, Vibilagare 1/9 and Aftonbladet 2/10. Test summaries consistently call it a Testsieger with the best wet and dry performance, shortest braking distances and high reserves at the limit.

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 (Hankook) scores lower overall (around 71%) and lands in mid‑table to upper‑mid positions: ADAC 8/16, AutoBild 4/55, Vibilagare 6/9, Autoklub ČR 9/19 and Aftonbladet 6/10. Test reports praise its dry behaviour and low rolling resistance but repeatedly note weaker wet performance and aquaplaning resistance.

Summary of comparative test data

• Wet handling & braking: Continental leads—multiple tests name it best in wet braking and wet handling (TyreReviews, ADAC, AutoBild). Hankook shows some short wet braking distances in specific reviews but is rated notably weaker overall on wet grip and aquaplaning (ADAC, TyreReviews).


• Dry performance: Both tyres perform well on dry roads. Continental wins again for shortest dry braking and best dry handling; Hankook is praised for very good dry handling and short dry braking in several tests.


• Comfort & noise: Continental scores high on comfort; some tests note increased external noise as a minor drawback. Hankook is reported to have higher external noise in some comparisons but benefits from lower rolling resistance.


• Mileage & economy: Continental shows very good predicted mileage and low fuel consumption in ADAC and AutoBild. Hankook offers low rolling resistance (good for economy) but has been criticised for only moderate tread life in AutoBild.

Strengths and weaknesses

Continental PremiumContact 7 — Strengths: outstanding wet and dry braking, superior handling, high predicted longevity, low fuel consumption, strong results across major test houses. Weaknesses: minor aquaplaning limits noted in some tests and slightly increased external noise.

Hankook Ventus Prime 4 — Strengths: very good dry handling, short dry braking, lower rolling resistance (fuel economy). Weaknesses: noticeably weaker wet performance, lower aquaplaning resistance, higher noise and only moderate tread life in long‑term wear tests.

Head‑to‑head verdict

Across the aggregated tests, the Continental PremiumContact 7 is the better tyre overall. It consistently takes top positions and is the safer, more balanced choice—particularly if you drive frequently in mixed wet/dry conditions. The Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is a competent, more economical option for drivers prioritising dry performance and lower rolling resistance, but it trails Continental where it matters most: wet grip and aquaplaning safety.

Neither model is listed as replaced by a newer successor in the provided data; both remain current entries in their ranges. For full tyre pages and manufacturer details, see the Continental PremiumContact 7 and the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 links above and the respective manufacturer pages.