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1. Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Premium2. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Lowcost
Comparison: Vredestein Ultrac Vorti vs. Semperit Speed-Life 2
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This side-by-side tyre comparison reviews the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti and the Semperit Speed-Life 2 across the available independent test results (Autobild and ADAC). The goal is to summarise performance data, highlight strengths and weaknesses, and give a clear verdict on which tyre performs better overall.
Test summary
Across two major test programmes the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti consistently outperformed the Semperit Speed-Life 2. Key positions:
- Autobild (53 tyres): Vredestein — 9th, Semperit — 30th. Vredestein was singled out for excellent wet performance (aquaplaning — cross, wet handling, wet side guide, wet braking).
- ADAC (16 tyres): Vredestein — 4th, Semperit — 14th.
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti — strengths & weaknesses
The Vredestein Ultrac Vorti (made in the NL) stands out as the stronger performer in both tests. Its main strengths:
- Excellent wet performance: Autobild highlights aquaplaning resistance, wet handling and wet braking — critical for safety in rainy conditions.
- High test ranks: Top-10 in Autobild and 4th in ADAC show consistent, above-average results against many competitors.
- Balanced safety focus: The test comments emphasize the tyre's ability to hold line and stop effectively on wet roads.
Weaknesses: independent data here is limited to wet-focused praise; possible trade-offs (ride comfort, noise, or wear) are not detailed in the provided tests. Still, for drivers prioritising wet grip and strong overall test ranking, the Ultrac Vorti is clearly the better choice.
Manufacturer: Vredestein.
Semperit Speed-Life 2 — strengths & weaknesses
The Semperit Speed-Life 2 is positioned lower in both sets of tests. Its test ranks suggest a value or mainstream target rather than premium performance:
- Test positions: 30th of 53 in Autobild and 14th of 16 in ADAC — indicating it lags on measured performance metrics used by these organisations.
- Practical role: Likely aimed at budget-conscious buyers or OE replacements where cost and acceptable everyday performance matter more than outright handling excellence.
Weaknesses: lower rankings imply compromises in handling or wet-weather performance relative to the Vredestein — drivers who frequently encounter heavy rain or demand strong braking performance will notice the difference.
Important: the Speed-Life 2 has been superseded — Semperit now lists the Semperit Speed-Life 3 as the newer model. For current purchases consider the replacement or check the manufacturer's page: Semperit.
Overall verdict
Based on the available test positions and Autobild’s specific praise for wet behaviour, the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti is the stronger, safer performer overall. It shows clear advantages in wet handling and braking and achieves notably higher rankings in both Autobild and ADAC. The Semperit Speed-Life 2 represents a budget/mainstream option but falls behind in objective test results and has been replaced by the Speed-Life 3 — buyers seeking the best tested performance should prefer the Vredestein, while those prioritising cost or considering the updated Semperit line should look at the Speed-Life 3.
Links: tyre pages — Vredestein Ultrac Vorti, Semperit Speed-Life 2; manufacturers — Vredestein, Semperit.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. Semperit Speed-Life 2 13.71
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Exemplary2. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
2. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 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 | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Vorti | 33,4 | 31,3 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 2 | 36,2 | 32,2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Vorti | 35,3 | 30,8 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 2 | 37,2 | 34,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Wear | Comfort | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,9 | 1,2 | 0,8 | 3,0 | 1,3 | ||
| Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Rating: Good | 2,5 | 1,3 | 2,3 | 3,1 | 2,5 | ||
| Semperit Speed-Life 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,0 | 2,5 | 1,8 | 3,4 | 1,6 | ||
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