Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4
In short: Hankook typically stops shorter in the dry and especially the wet, often translating into higher overall placings in market overviews, while Goodyear counters with standout aquaplaning stability, class-leading mileage, lower noise and rolling resistance, and stronger long-term value. The question becomes whether you value maximum stopping performance or total cost of ownership and comfort.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been ten tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | six | |
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | four |
While it might look like the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is better than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Outstanding tread life and low abrasion; repeatedly top-tier mileage
- Low rolling resistance and often lower fuel use
- Excellent curved aquaplaning resistance and stable wet handling
- Quiet, comfortable ride with strong whole-life value
- Consistently short wet and dry braking distances
- Neutral, secure handling with strong everyday dynamics
- Competitive pricing and good value at purchase
- Generally strong dry/wet lap pace with acceptable efficiency
Dry Braking
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during seven dry braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 1.32% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.39% faster around a lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during two dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 0.34% faster around a lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 performed equally well in subj. dry handling tests.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Both tyres performed equally well
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from ten tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during nine wet braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 3.08% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 3.68% less distance than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 2.62% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during three wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 0.22% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 performed equally well in subj. wet handling tests.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Both tyres performed equally well
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 1.2% faster around a wet circle than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from eight tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five straight aqua tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 floated at a 0.93% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Straight Aqua: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during six curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 slipped out at a 7.09% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 performed equally well in subj. comfort tests.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Both tyres performed equally well
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Noise
Looking at data from seven tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.98% quieter than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one tyre weight tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 weighed 8.79% less than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Tyre Weight: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wear
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 29.44% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has a 12.27% better value based on dollars per 1000 warranted miles than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during six price tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 cost 8.49% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Price: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
See how the Price winner was calculated >>
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five rolling resistance tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 had a 3.69% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during two fuel consumption tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 used 0.71% less fuel than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Abrasion
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 emitted 12.97% less particle wear matter than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Across 101 reviews, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is most often praised as a premium touring tyre 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 tyre ages; a minority also note weaker wet braking/traction than expected.
Based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 highly for its quiet, comfortable ride, strong dry grip, confident wet performance (especially when new), and excellent value versus premium rivals. Handling stability and braking inspire confidence across varied conditions, with many noting a step up in refinement and noise compared to previous tyres. A recurring downside is faster-than-expected wear, with multiple reports of wet grip and overall performance declining as tread depth drops, alongside noise increasing as the tyre ages. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with durability-related concerns being the main caveat.
Based on 75 reviews with an average rating of 82%
Conclusion
Goodyear's case is compelling for everyday touring: superior curved aquaplaning resistance, quieter running, notably lower rolling resistance, and dramatically longer tread life (often 25-70% more mileage) create excellent whole-life value. In mixed driving and motorway rain ruts, that aquaplaning advantage plus comfort and economy swing the balance.
Bottom line: Choose Hankook if you prioritise sharp braking response and strong value upfront. Choose Goodyear if you want the quiet, efficient, long-lasting option with stronger aquaplaning security and lower total ownership cost.
Key Differences
- Wet braking: Hankook wins all nine shared tests, typically 4-6% shorter stops
- Dry braking: Hankook leads in most tests; Goodyear occasionally edges it
- Aquaplaning: Goodyear clearly stronger, especially in curved aquaplaning
- Efficiency: Goodyear has lower rolling resistance and often lower fuel use
- Noise/comfort: Goodyear usually quieter; Hankook sometimes rated average for comfort
- Durability/value: Goodyear delivers 25-70% higher mileage and better long-term value; Hankook is cheaper upfront
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tyre 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 tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre 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 tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre 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 tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.