Comparison: Toyo Proxes Comfort vs. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125

The Toyo Proxes Comfort is a touring summer tyre originated from Japan. With an overall rating of 74%, this tyre delivers good performance on dry and wet roads alike. In ADAC and Autobild tests, the Proxes Comfort ranked 5th out of 18 and 17th out of 53 respectively, indicating stable performance but not top-tier. It should be noted that it hasn't been replaced by a newer model as of yet.

On the other hand, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 is a summer tyre that's produced in Hungary and has been initially equipped on the Citroën C3 Aircross. With an overall rating of 52%, it offers decent performance. It was ranked 8th out of 18 in ADAC tests, showing a similar level of performance to the Toyo tyre. However, in Autobild tests, this tyre performed exceptionally well, ranking 1st out of 53 tyres. Its best features include dry handling, dry braking, and wet braking. This tyre’s production has been updated, and it has been replaced by the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.

When compared side by side, the Toyo Proxes Comfort seems to offer consistent performance, as indicated by its positions in the tests and our rating. Its strengths lie in its balanced performance in both wet and dry conditions, and as a touring tyre, it provides a comfortable ride.

However, the Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 shines when it comes to specific features like dry handling, dry braking, and wet braking. It seems to lack consistency across different tests but proves to be a strong contender in terms of certain driving conditions and features. It’s also the only one of the two that has a replacement model, hinting at continuous updates and improvements from the manufacturer.

In conclusion, both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses. Depending on the specific requirements and expectations - be it consistency or excellent dry and wet handling - both tyres can be optimal choices. Keep in mind the Hankook model is the only one that's been replaced, potentially offering enhanced features and performance with its newer model, the Ventus Prime 4.