Comparison: Continental SportContact 6 vs. Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117

When pitting the Continental SportContact 6 against the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117, a clear ranking emerges from our tire tests.

The Continental SportContact 6, an upgrade from the SportContact 5 and SportContact 3, earned our rating of 77%. Praised for its impressive dry braking and handling, as well as its exterior noise reduction and wet cornering performance, the SportContact 6 earned the top spot in both the Autobild and Sportscars tests. It should be noted that this model has been replaced by the Continental SportContact 7, suggesting even further improvements and developments on this already stellar performance. You can find more about this tire on Continental's page.

Meanwhile, Hankook's Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 also delivered strong results, with high marks for its exterior noise reduction and rolling resistance. Despite not featuring previous models before it, the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 competed well, landing the 2nd position in the same tests. Although a newer model hasn't replaced this tire yet, its high test placement indicates a notably solid performance. To learn more on this tire, visit Hankook's page.

In conclusion, while both the Continental SportContact 6 and the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 deliver respectable performances, the Continental model edges ahead in overall test results. Its dry braking, handling, and wet cornering outperforms the Hankook model. On the other hand, those prioritizing exterior noise reduction and optimizing rolling resistance may find the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 to meet their needs.

Ultimately, your choice will depend on your specific driving expectations and requirements. But clearly, both Continental and Hankook provide high-quality summer tires worth your consideration.