Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Expect a nuanced split: the Falken often stops shorter and resists aquaplaning better, particularly in straight-line water clearance, and delivers lively dry feel for less money. The Goodyear counters with stronger wet/dry handling balance, much lower rolling resistance, quieter refinement, and class-leading wear that transforms total cost of ownership.
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 sixteen tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | three | |
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | thirteen |
While it might look like the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is better than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 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.
Key Strengths
- Consistently short braking distances, especially in wet tests
- Excellent straight-line aquaplaning resistance and strong wet safety reserves
- Engaging dry-road feel with solid subjective handling
- Lower purchase price across most sizes
- Balanced wet/dry handling with strong controllability
- Very low rolling resistance for better fuel economy
- Exceptionally high mileage and low abrasion
- Low external noise and comfortable ride
Dry Braking
Looking at data from fifteen tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during six dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 0.03% less distance than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.28% faster around a lap than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 0.38% faster around a lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 0.77% more points than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from fifteen tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during eleven wet braking tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun stopped the vehicle in 1.05% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during two wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun stopped the vehicle in 2.96% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 1.3% faster around a wet lap than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.77% faster around a wet lap than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 0.58% more points than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.69% faster around a wet circle than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from twelve tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during eleven straight aqua tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun floated at a 2.99% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun slipped out at a 1.38% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scored 2.88% more points than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Noise
Looking at data from eleven tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during seven noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.99% quieter than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.32% quieter than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Tire Weight
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three tire weight tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 weighed 10.95% less than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Tire Weight: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wear
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 34.32% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has a 14.74% better value based on dollars per 1000 warranted miles than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was better during nine price tests. On average the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun cost 18.19% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Price: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during nine rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had a 16.69% lower rolling resistance than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two fuel consumption tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 used 3.36% less fuel than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Abrasion
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 emitted 23.36% less particle wear matter than the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun Driver Reviews
Across 104 reviews, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is most often described as a strong value summer tire with confident wet and dry grip (including good aquaplaning resistance) and notably low road noise. Many drivers also praise its predictable, safe handling and generally good wear for the money, with a high rate of repeat purchases. The main recurring downside is higher rolling resistance leading to increased fuel consumption, and some users note a softer sidewall/less sharp steering response that makes it feel less sporty or a bit vague when pushed.
Based on 113 reviews with an average rating of 80%
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Across 101 reviews, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is most often praised as a premium touring tire with outstanding longevity, strong day-to-day grip (dry and frequently wet), and a noticeably quiet, comfortable ride with good fuel economy. Many drivers report very high mileages with slow, even wear and stable motorway manners, making it especially popular for high-mileage commuting and taxi/fleet use. A smaller but recurring set of complaints centers on a soft sidewall feel (vague/"spongy" steering, tramlining or less confidence when pushed) and, for some users, increased or unusually high road noise as the tire ages; a minority also note weaker wet braking/traction than expected.
Based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Very silent. Most silent tires I had the last 20 years.
Nice handling.
Cheaper than most other brands.
(30euro cheaper than dunlop and 50 euro cheaper than michelin)
Euro label - C A A 67db for 195 65 15
Conclusion
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun remains a compelling, budget-friendlier option. It frequently achieves shorter braking-especially in the wet-and offers excellent straight-line aquaplaning resistance and confident dry responses, often for 15-25% less at purchase. If you want strong safety margins in rain and dry stopping at a lower upfront price-and can accept higher fuel use and faster wear-the Falken is easy to recommend.
Practical takeaway: choose Goodyear for the quiet, efficient, long-lasting daily all-rounder; choose Falken if you value sharp braking and aquaplaning security on a tighter purchase budget.
Key Differences
- Overall results: Goodyear dominates (13 wins vs 3), indicating broader consistency
- Braking vs handling: Falken often stops shorter; Goodyear usually handles quicker and more predictably
- Aquaplaning: Falken leads straight-line aquaplaning by meaningful margins; Goodyear is better in curved aquaplaning in several tests
- Efficiency: Goodyear's rolling resistance typically 10-25% lower, reducing fuel use
- Longevity: Goodyear wear life advantage is large (often 45-75% more km)
- Refinement: Goodyear runs quieter and rides more comfortably; Falken can feel slower to steer in wet in some tests
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 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.