Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. BFGoodrich Advantage vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

Let's examine the details of two tyres for comparison: the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 and the BFGoodrich Advantage. Both are summer tyres, designed for durability and performance in warmer weather conditions.

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, a touring tyre, replaced the previous model Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125. With our rating of 81%, this tyre shines in terms of dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking, according to the Autobild test. The model also shows a dynamic driving behavior on wet and dry tracks and a low rolling resistance as per ADAC 2017's results. However, it does show some weaknesses in its environmental balance and efficiency, plus a slight weakness in aquaplaning. The tyre delivers excellent handling on both dry and wet tracks with a good price-to-performance ratio. Visit the official website for more information.

On the other hand, the BFGoodrich Advantage has been noted for its comfort, appearing at 20th place in the Autobild test. Its strengths include dynamic dry handling, quiet running noise, low rolling resistance, and a reasonable price according to Autobild 2024. Despite these assets, the tyre tends to understeer in wet conditions and has a longer braking distance. It offers a stable ride and short braking distances on dry tracks, however, it has understeering handling behavior and extended braking distances in the wet. Check out the official website for more specifications.

In mutual test positions, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 generally outranks the BFGoodrich Advantage, suggesting better overall performance. It placed second in the Autobild test out of 51 tyres, and ninth in the ADAC test out of 50. The BFGoodrich Advantage, meanwhile, came 20th in the Autoblild test and 21st in the ADAC test.

In conclusion, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stands out for its efficiency, handling and price-performance ratio, while the BFGoodrich Advantage appeals for its comfort and dry performance. A careful consideration of these strengths and weaknesses along with driver’s individual needs can lead to the ideal tyre selection. For a broader choice, one can refer to the respective manufacturers Hankook and BFGoodrich.