Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Hankook Ventus Prime 4
The Hankook counters with sharper subjective handling, shorter braking on certain surfaces, stronger wear performance, and a clear price advantage. If you value maximum wet-safety margins in deeper water and fuel economy, the Bridgestone stands out; if you prioritize value, mileage, and lively feel, the Hankook makes a strong case.
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 five tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | four | |
| Hankook Ventus Prime 4 | one |
While it might look like the Bridgestone Turanza T005 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 rolling resistance for top fuel efficiency
- Superior aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved)
- Consistently stable, precise wet handling
- Strong overall test placements across sizes
- Short braking distances on dry and often on wet
- Lively, confident subjective handling
- Better wear/mileage and abrasion results
- Lower purchase price and strong value scores
Dry Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during two dry braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 0.11% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Dry Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 0.35% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was 0.83% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
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 Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 scored 5.56% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 2.4% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wet Braking: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stopped the vehicle in 9.21% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 1.41% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during one wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 0.53% faster around a wet lap than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 scored 5.26% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 0.94% faster around a wet circle than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during four straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 floated at a 2.65% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during three curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 slipped out at a 11.67% higher speed than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 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 four tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during three noise tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 measured 0.26% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Noise: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Tyre Weight
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during one tyre weight tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 weighed 15.38% less than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Tyre Weight: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Wear
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during two wear tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 is predicted to cover 12.82% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wear: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Value
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during two value tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 proved to have a 26.5% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Value: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Price
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during four price tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 cost 2.63% less than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Price: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 had a 13.07% lower rolling resistance than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during one fuel consumption tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 used 3.45% less fuel than the Hankook Ventus Prime 4.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 emitted 7.78% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Abrasion: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driver Reviews
Drivers describe the Bridgestone Turanza T005 as a safe, predictable touring tyre with strong wet-weather braking/grip and generally solid dry performance for everyday use. Many also report good fuel economy/low rolling resistance and acceptable comfort, especially versus harsher run-flats or budget tyres. However, a sizeable share of users complain about faster-than-expected tread wear (sometimes uneven/shoulder wear), along with noticeable road noise and a soft sidewall/remote steering feel that makes it less satisfying for sporty driving. Some owners also note performance can drop off as tread gets low and in colder conditions.
Based on 177 reviews with an average rating of 72%
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
The Ventus Prime 4 delivers excellent dry and wet braking in several tests, strong subjective handling feel, lower purchase price, and better projected mileage/abrasion, making it a value leader. For high-mileage drivers or budget-conscious buyers wanting engaging dynamics, Hankook fits perfectly. For drivers prioritizing all-weather wet security and fuel savings-especially hybrids/EVs-the Bridgestone is the safer, more efficient bet.
Key Differences
- Efficiency: T005 has markedly lower rolling resistance (often ~15-20% better).
- Aquaplaning: T005 repeatedly leads in straight and curved aquaplaning tests.
- Braking balance: Hankook often stops shorter in dry and some wet tests; Bridgestone occasionally average in wet braking.
- Handling feel: Hankook scores higher subjectively; Bridgestone emphasizes stable precision.
- Durability and cost: Hankook offers better wear and lower price, improving value.
- Overall rankings: Bridgestone more frequently finishes higher across test batteries.
Overall Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 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.