Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
In this article we will be looking at independent tire test data, and real world driver reviews of the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 to find out which tire is best for your own driving.
There are a few basic differences between the two tires. The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 is an High-Performance Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars, and the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 is an Ultra-High-Performance Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger-Cars
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been six tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 | six |
While it might look like the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 is better than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Dry Braking
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during three dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 stopped the vehicle in 4.83% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was 0.31% faster around a lap than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during six wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 stopped the vehicle in 8.66% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 stopped the vehicle in 8.5% less distance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Wet Braking - Concrete winner was calculated >>
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was 4.49% faster around a wet lap than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 had 3.33% higher lateral wet grip than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during three straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 floated at a 2.89% higher speed than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 slipped out at a 1.92% higher speed than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
Snow Braking
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 performed equally well in snow braking tests.
Best In Snow Braking: Both tires performed equally well
See how the Snow Braking winner was calculated >>
Snow Traction
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during two snow traction tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 had 1.82% better snow traction than the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3.
Best In Snow Traction: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
See how the Snow Traction winner was calculated >>
Snow Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one snow handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was 0.25% faster around a lap than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Snow Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Snow Handling winner was calculated >>
Snow Slalom
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during two snow slalom tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was 3.18% faster through a slalom than the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3.
Best In Snow Slalom: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
See how the Snow Slalom winner was calculated >>
Ice Braking
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one ice braking tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 stopped the vehicle 1.76% shorter than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Ice Braking: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Ice Braking winner was calculated >>
Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 scored 8.75% more points than the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
See how the Subj. Comfort winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during three noise tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 measured 2.95% quieter than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Noise: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
Wear
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during three wear tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 is predicted to cover 19.38% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Wear: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
Value
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 was better during two value tests. On average the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 proved to have a 7.82% better value based on price/1000km than the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3.
Best In Value: Fulda Kristall Control HP2
See how the Value winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 had a 2.58% lower rolling resistance than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tires performed equally well
See how the Fuel Consumption winner was calculated >>
Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 emitted 27.54% less particle wear matter than the Fulda Kristall Control HP2.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
See how the Abrasion winner was calculated >>
Real World Driver Reviews
Fulda Kristall Control HP2 Driver Reviews
Drivers of the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 generally report strong wet and snow traction, predictable handling, and good comfort/noise levels, with several noting good value and even low rolling resistance. High-scoring reviews particularly praise its stability and confidence in winter conditions. A minority highlight longer-term issues, citing performance deterioration as the rubber hardens with age and instances of uneven rear wear/cupping that can raise noise. Overall sentiment skews moderately positive with some durability/aging caveats.
Based on 12 reviews with an average rating of 68%
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 Driver Reviews
Drivers rate the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 very highly, praising its excellent grip and braking on dry and wet roads, strong traction in snow, and a quiet, comfortable, and predictable ride. Handling is often described as stable and confidence-inspiring, with several noting good highway manners. A minority mention weaker performance on pure ice and a softer, less sporty steering feel at the limit. Overall sentiment is strongly positive with only a few caveats.
Based on 13 reviews with an average rating of 87%
Conclusion
In conclusion the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 performed better in snow traction, snow slalom, subj. comfort and value, while the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 performed better in dry braking, dry handling [km/h], wet braking, wet braking - concrete, wet handling [km/h], wet circle, straight aqua, curved aquaplaning, snow handling [km/h], ice braking, noise, wear, rolling resistance and abrasion.
Interestingly, both tires performed equally well in dry handling, wet handling, snow braking, snow handling and fuel consumption, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.
Which tire is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tire. Comparing all the data in the tire reviews database, on balance Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 seems to be the best tire overall.
However, it's important to note that both tires have their strengths.
Remember, the best tire for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.
Overall Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.