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Comparison: GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 vs. Kumho HA32 Solus 4S

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (5)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autobild Autobild
All season
2023 225/45 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
All season
2022 195/55 R16 View
Autobild Autobild
All season
2021 225/50 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
All season
2021 215/60 R16 View
Autobild Autobild
All season
2020 205/55 R16 View

In our evaluation, we will compare two all-round tyres, GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 and Kumho HA32 Solus 4S. These tyres have undergone a variety of tests across different conditions resulting in some stark differences.


GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3


Produced by Goodyear, the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 is the third generation of this model with previous versions including the Gen-1 and Gen-2. Holding a ranking of 92% in our rating, Gen-3 outshines its predecessors across a spectrum of variables.


According to Autobild's test results, the tyre secures a commendable 4th position out of 32 tested tyres and scores highly on factors such as snow braking, snow traction, wet circle cornering, aquaplaning, dry handling, and wet handling. The Gen-3 tyre excels in mileage, exterior noise, and rolling resistance. However, it has been found to be slightly weak on dry braking and snow handling.


The tyre produced in Slovenia and France, has been lauded for its all-weather capabilities, secure driving properties, excellent snow traction, and high mileage. On the flip side, it has longer dry braking distances and a slightly higher pass-by noise.


Kumho HA32 Solus 4S


Kumho presents the HA32 Solus 4S tyre, manufactured in China. Our rating presents it with a 73% score, making it a solid choice among all-round tyres. In the same Autobild test as the Goodyear tyre, the Solus 4S landed in the 10th position. It stood out for its exterior noise, snow braking, mileage, and price value proposition. Although, the tyre slightly lags on aquaplaning.


The Solus 4S shows it strengths in snow traction, secure handling on both wet and dry surfaces, low rolling noise while providing value for money. Drawbacks include moderate aquaplaning reserves, slightly longer wet and dry braking distances, and high rolling resistance.


Conclusion


While both tyres offer strong performances, the GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 edges out ahead due to its higher ratings and better performance in tests overall. The Kumho HA32 Solus 4S still stands as a commendable competitor providing a great price-quality ratio for buyers.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 5 tests

Wet Performance
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
84%
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
66%
Kumho
HA32 Solus 4S
Wet Braking
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
83%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
61%
Wet Handling
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
86%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
70%
Wet Circle Cornering
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
80%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
71%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
82%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
68%
Best: Kumho HA32 Solus 4S (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
90%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
62%
Best: Viking Fourtech (96.0%)
Best in category: Vredestein Quatrac 5 (93.6%)
Dry Performance
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
78%
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
68%
Kumho
HA32 Solus 4S
Dry Braking
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
72%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
63%
Dry Handling
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
83%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
73%
Best in category: Michelin CrossClimate 2 (88.8%)
Snow Performance
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
85%
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
70%
Kumho
HA32 Solus 4S
Snow Braking
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
83%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
81%
Best: Kleber Quadraxer 2 (96.0%)
Snow Traction
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
88%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
72%
Best: Kleber Quadraxer 2 (96.0%)
Snow Handling
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
85%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
67%
Best: Kleber Quadraxer 2 (96.0%)
Snow Circle Cornering
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
82%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
58%
Best in category: Kleber Quadraxer 2 (96.0%)
Comfort & Noise
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
77%
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
74%
Kumho
HA32 Solus 4S
Noise Exterior
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
77%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
80%
Best: Nokian Seasonproof (88.7%)
Ride Comfort
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
77%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
68%
Best: Kleber Quadraxer 3 (91.0%)
Best in category: Continental AllSeasonContact 2 (87.0%)
Economy
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
85%
GoodYear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
65%
Kumho
HA32 Solus 4S
Rolling Resistance
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
78%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
59%
Best: Viking Fourtech (96.0%)
Mileage
GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
91%
Kumho HA32 Solus 4S
70%
Best in category: Michelin CrossClimate+ (94.0%)

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