18 Shops · 56,847+ Products

Comparison: Nokian WeatherProof vs. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

Looking at detailed comparison of the Nokian WeatherProof and the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 all-round tyres, it's apparent that both manifest strengths and weaknesses under different conditions, but overall, they offer a good performance.


The Finnish-made Nokian WeatherProof tyre, boasting an overall rating of 59%, has displayed impressive performance in snow braking, snow traction, and aquaplaning, as shown in numerous tests like ADAC and ACE. However, there are remarks about noise level and poor performance on dry roads, which can be an issue for some drivers.


Meanwhile, succeeding its predecessor, Goodyear Vector 4Seasons, the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2, holding an overall rating of 65%, brings to the table improved performance on wet surfaces and low wear. On the downside, it was noted by the ADAC 2020 test that the tyre experiences some challenges on snow-covered and dry surface.


In mutual positions across various tests, the Nokian WeatherProof often scored higher, especially in the ACE and Autoexpress tests where it placed first. However, the Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 has been a top finisher in the Autobild and Gute-Fahrt tests and even topped Nokian on Autoklub ČR and AutoMotorSport tests.


Given the data, both tyres seem like reliable all-round options. Ultimately, which one to choose depends on drivers' individual preferences and expected driving conditions. Do you prioritize noise comfort and dry road performance? Or is low wear and wet surface performance a bigger factor for you?


Also, bear in mind that the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2 was replaced by the newer model, GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3. Therefore, if the performance traits of the Gen-2 resonated with you, it may be worth checking out the upgraded model for potentially even better results.


No matter the choice, you can be confident in the manufacturers' track records: both Nokian and Goodyear have earned their positions in the upper tiers of the tyre world.


To delve into the specifics of the tyres and to see how they stand up against a slew of other competitors, don't hesitate to sift through our tyre tests further.

Test Profile

Nokian
WeatherProof
Goodyear
Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
17
20
10
Best position
#1
#1
#2
Average position
5.5
2.4
6.0
Latest test
2020
2020
2026
Available sizes
49
109
104

Wet

Wet
Nokian WeatherProof
76%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Wet braking
Nokian WeatherProof
67%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
90%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Wet handling
Nokian WeatherProof
71%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nokian WeatherProof
91%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nokian WeatherProof
85%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Wet circle cornering
Nokian WeatherProof
72%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Wet performance
Nokian WeatherProof
75%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%

Dry

Dry
Nokian WeatherProof
76%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Dry braking
Nokian WeatherProof
70%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
67%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Dry handling
Nokian WeatherProof
78%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
80%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Dry performance
Nokian WeatherProof
58%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
60%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%
Dry driving behavior
Nokian WeatherProof
56%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
59%

Snow

Snow
Nokian WeatherProof
82%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
78%
Snow handling
Nokian WeatherProof
75%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
76%
Snow traction
Nokian WeatherProof
86%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
86%
Snow braking
Nokian WeatherProof
90%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
85%
Snow performance
Nokian WeatherProof
83%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
66%

Comfort

Comfort
Nokian WeatherProof
70%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
82%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Exterior noise
Nokian WeatherProof
69%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
86%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Comfort
Nokian WeatherProof
66%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Interior noise
Nokian WeatherProof
71%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
83%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%

Costs

Costs
Nokian WeatherProof
79%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Mileage
Nokian WeatherProof
67%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
88%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Rolling resistance
Nokian WeatherProof
90%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
78%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Fuel efficiency
Nokian WeatherProof
78%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
84%
Price/value
Nokian WeatherProof
59%
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2
86%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%

Dimensions and prices

Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.

Add to comparison

Popular brands
New comparison