Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3 vs Hankook Kinergy 4S2

The data shows a clear split: Goodyear is the safer all-rounder with the stronger wet and winter portfolio and the better ownership economics. It tops more tests overall (14 wins vs. 7), typically brakes shorter on wet and ice, resists aquaplaning better, and combines lighter weight with lower rolling resistance and longer tread life (e.g., +18-62% wear advantages in multiple tests). In varied conditions and colder seasons, it's the steadier choice.

Hankook excels where temperatures are moderate and roads are dry or merely damp. It dominates dry braking in the majority of comparisons (18 category wins) and regularly posts very quick dry and wet handling laps. Reviewers frequently praise its balanced, confidence-inspiring feel, while its pricing is consistently keener. For drivers prioritizing crisp dry performance and value in milder climates, Hankook is the pick.

Bottom line: Choose Goodyear for maximum wet/winter security, efficiency, and longevity; choose Hankook for faster dry stops, sporty responses, and a friendlier upfront price.

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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.