In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Holland (
Vredestein) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (
Matador).
Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally,
Vredestein winter tyres are slightly better rated (59%) than
Matador (40%). In this particular case, the Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ has a better rating of 67% compared to 9% of the Matador Hectorra 5. The first tyre test of Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ was done in 2025, compared to 2023 when was the Matador Hectorra 5 first tested. We also know where
Wintrac Pro+ is made - Netherlands/Hungary.
