Comparison: Vredestein Ultrac Vorti vs. Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117

This comparison will take a look at two popular summer tyres: the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti and the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117. Various tests have been performed on these tyres under different conditions to give potential buyers a better understanding of their performance.

The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti made in the Netherlands, stands out in dry handling according to tests done by Autobild where it achieved the 3rd position out of 9 tyres, falling slightly behind in other tests like Gute-Fahrt and Automotorsport where it secured the 10th and 4th positions respectively. In Sportscars' test, it got the fifth position and held the fourth position in the ADAC test out of 16 tyres. None of the previous models were mentioned and it has not been replaced by a newer model so far.

On the other hand, Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117, proudly manufactured by Hankook, stands strong in terms of exterior noise and rolling resistance. It firmly established itself in the 5th position in the Autobild test out of total 9 tyres, performing impressively in the Automotorsport test where it positioned 3rd. Even in the ADAC test, it held its own, securing the 5th position out of 16 tyres. This model does not have any previous model and has not been replaced with a newer one yet.

In summary, if one is looking for a summer tyre that excels in dry handling, then the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti is a strong option. But if the focus is more on lower exterior noise and rolling resistance, then Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 proves to be the better choice. Both of these models fare well in mutual tests, ensuring reliability and performance. Therefore, the choice between these two is mostly dependent on the specific needs of the consumer.