Comparison: Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Cooper Zeon CS8 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

Comparing the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 and the Cooper Zeon CS8 reveals some differences and similarities that might help you decide which model best meets your needs.

The Hankook Ventus Prime 4, a follow-up to the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 model, is highly rated at 77% in our review. It is a summer touring tyre noted for its excellent dry braking, dry handling and wet braking. In the Autobild test, it ranked an impressive 2nd out of 51 tyres. It performed well on both dry and wet roads but displayed a slight weakness in aquaplaning and environmentally. Despite this, it was also noted for its excellent handling on dry and wet tracks and good mileage in the Autobild 2022 review.

The Cooper Zeon CS8, on the other hand, is a summer tyre model that carries a lower rating of 34% in our review. Made in Great Britain, this tyre ranked a middling 27th out of 51 tyres in the Autobild test. It was reported to perform reasonably well on wet roads but was more inconsistent on dry roads. Significant weaknesses were also spotted in the tyre's environmental impact, wear and tear, and efficiency.

When taking test comparisons into account, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 has consistently outperformed Cooper Zeon CS8. The Hankook tyre regularly placed in the higher ends of test results, contrasting the middling to low performances of the Cooper tyre.

As a verdict, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 shines as the better performer between the two, offering more balanced and consistent performance. Although, the Cooper Zeon CS8 could be a viable option for those focusing exclusively on wet road performances.

Remember that while these comparisons give a good impression, always make sure to select your tires according to your specific driving conditions and needs to experience the best performance and safety.