Comparison: Maxxis Victra Sport 5 vs. Bridgestone Turanza T005

The comparison is between the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 and the Bridgestone Turanza T005. Curiously, both tyres are summer models.

The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is a UHP tyre from Maxxis, a Chinese brand that is growing in popularity. It has a rating of 74% and stands out in mutual tests, particularly for its wet cornering capabilities and wet handling performance. However, testers highlighted some weaknesses, including relatively long braking distances in wet conditions, delayed steering response in dry situations, and high rolling resistance.

On the other side, we have the Bridgestone Turanza T005, a touring tyre from world-renowned brand Bridgestone. It impresses with a rating of 91% and showcases its strengths in various test areas. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, comfort, and rolling resistance. Despite its generally good performance, the tyre showed some tendency for oversteer under load change. This model is now replaced by the newer Bridgestone Turanza 6.

In terms of overall performance in mutual tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 comes out on top. Both tyres to have their facts and figures, with Victra Sport 5 finishing 4th and Turanza T005 in 3rd place in the Sportauto test. In the AutoMotorSport test, quality-wise, Bridgestone Turanza T005 surpasses Maxxis Victra Sport 5.

Summarising the comparison, while the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is a good choice for wet performance, it could improve in terms of braking distances and steering response in dry conditions. Bridgestone Turanza T005 proves itself to be a top-notch, high-performing tyre with balanced characteristics, making it the better choice overall. However, it's also important to remember that the choice depends on drivers' particular needs and preferences.