Segment
1. Vredestein Quatrac Premium3. Firestone Multiseason 2 Upper-middle4. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Upper-middle
Comparison: Vredestein Quatrac vs. Firestone Multiseason 2 vs. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 vs. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3
All-season tyre comparison: Vredestein Quatrac vs Firestone Multiseason 2 – two popular European-made options (HU and IT respectively) that frequently appear in independent tyre tests. Below we aggregate results from Autobild, ADAC and recent yearly summaries to help you choose the right set for your driving profile.
Models and availability: At the time of writing, neither model has been officially replaced by a newer generation. You can read more about the tyres here: Vredestein Quatrac and Firestone Multiseason 2. Manufacturer info: Vredestein and Firestone.
Test performance at a glance
Mutual test positions clearly favor the Quatrac overall:
- Autobild (32 tyres): Quatrac 2/32 vs Multiseason 2 6/32 – strong win for Vredestein.
- AUTOBILD (37 tyres): Quatrac 5/37 vs 22/37 – decisive advantage for Vredestein.
- ADAC (16 tyres): Quatrac 6/16 vs 8/16 – Vredestein ahead again.
Across these large comparative tests, the Vredestein Quatrac consistently places higher, indicating a more balanced performance envelope in mixed conditions.
Strengths and weaknesses
Vredestein Quatrac
- Wet mastery: Repeatedly praised for wet circle cornering, wet handling and wet braking; very good aquaplaning reserves noted in 2023 reports.
- Dry confidence: Good dry braking and agile handling; pleasant, quiet exterior noise performance in Autobild’s larger test.
- Snow capability: Rated “good” for overall snow performance, though some summaries mention only average snow braking.
- Efficiency and wear: Mixed findings – low rolling resistance in 2022, but higher-than-average in 2024; mileage assessed as only average in several years.
Overall, the Quatrac combines class-leading wet safety with well-rounded dry and winter performance, making it a top pick for varied climates where rain performance is critical.
Firestone Multiseason 2
- Snow specialist: Consistently strong snow traction and grip with short snow braking distances; very good around the wet handling lap.
- Efficiency and value: Low rolling resistance and high mileage highlighted in multiple tests, plus a strong price/value proposition.
- Trade-offs: Extended dry braking in 2024 and slightly below-average comfort; only moderate aquaplaning reserves and a tendency to understeer on snow and dry in some years. Mileage assessments vary by size/test (from high to somewhat limited).
In short, the Multiseason 2 leans toward winter traction and efficiency with a budget-friendly angle, but it does not match the Quatrac’s wet-braking safety or its consistently high overall rankings.
Verdict: which tyre is better overall?
If you prioritize maximum safety on wet roads and balanced performance year-round, the Vredestein Quatrac is the stronger performer across the board, reflected in its higher overall rating and superior placements in Autobild and ADAC. Choose it if rain performance and confident handling are your top concerns.
The Firestone Multiseason 2 is the smarter pick for drivers seeking excellent snow traction, lower rolling resistance and good value, and who can accept longer dry braking and some aquaplaning limitations. It’s a compelling, efficient choice in milder or snow-focused regions on a budget.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Vredestein Quatrac Exemplary2. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Test winner4. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
2. Vredestein Quatrac Recommended3. Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Satisfactory4. GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking according to EU label
Snow
(Overall rating)Snow handling
Snow traction
Snow braking
Snow cornering
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Price/value
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 10 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 38.0 | 43.9 | |||||
| Vredestein Quatrac | 40.3 | 43.9 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41.5 | 50.3 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 36.8 | 50.5 | |||||
| Vredestein Quatrac | 40.2 | 55.4 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41.8 | 64.0 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 41.5 | 55.2 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 5.4 | 1.8 | 2.3 | ||||
| Vredestein Quatrac Rating: Good | 2.8 | 2.2 | 3.1 | ||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3.6 | 3.1 | 3.6 | ||||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 Rating: Satisfactory | 4 | 3.3 | 4 | ||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Very good | 2.4 | 1.8 | 2.7 | ||||
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| Vredestein Quatrac Rating: Recommended | |||||||
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| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 37.7 | 45 | |||||
| Vredestein Quatrac | 40.3 | 45.4 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41.8 | 47.9 | |||||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | 42.9 | 52.4 | |||||
| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 41.8 | 48.3 | |||||
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| Vredestein Quatrac Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
| GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Good | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,9 | 44,4 | |||||
| Vredestein Quatrac | 41,7 | 47,1 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 45,9 | 48,9 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 43,9 | 46,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
| Vredestein Quatrac Rating: Satisfactory | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 2- | |||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 3+ | 2 | 2+ | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2 | 1- | 2+ | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | 1 | |||
| Vredestein Quatrac Rating: Exemplary | 1 | 1- | 2 | 1 | |||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 Rating: Good | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 Rating: Test winner | 1- | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Vredestein Quatrac | 40,6 | 46,3 | |||||
| Firestone Multiseason 2 | 41,2 | 49,3 | |||||
| Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 | 44 | 52,9 | |||||
| Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | 41,6 | 47 | |||||
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