67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A vs Hankook Ventus TD Z221 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
53
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich Advantage T/A — better treadwear, comfort and wet. Pick the Hankook Ventus TD Z221 if handling and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Ventus TD Z221 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 57 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 20 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 20 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Advantage T/A leads by 58
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 17 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ventus TD Z221 leads by 40
Why this score
| Source | Advantage T/A | Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 97 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | Hankook Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 53 |
| Dry | 80 | 97 |
| Wet | 67 | 57 |
| Snow | 20 | – |
| Comfort | 50 | 20 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 17 |
| Handling | 57 | 97 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Tire A
53
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich Advantage T/A receives a polarized reception, with the user highlighting significant concerns regarding the consistency and predictability of the tire compound. While it may offer improved grip levels compared to certain entry-level alternatives, the lack of reliability across varying temperature ranges makes it a difficult recommendation for performance-oriented driving.
Pros
- Improved grip levels compared to baseline tires like the XM2
- Adequate stiffness in cold weather conditions
Cons
- Highly unpredictable compound performance
- Poor heat resistance leading to a 'mushy' feel in hot weather
- Lack of confidence-inspiring grip in cold and wet conditions
Observations
- The XL (Extra Load) variant does not mitigate the fundamental issues with the tire's compound construction.
The Hankook Ventus TD Z221 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that delivers exceptional dry-weather grip and handling precision for both daily driving and track use. While users consistently praise its predictable cornering behavior and value, the tire's aggressive compound results in rapid tread wear and potential durability issues like surface cracking when used frequently.
Pros
- Exceptional dry-weather grip and handling
- Predictable cornering with minimal understeer or oversteer
- High value-for-money proposition
- Suitable for a dual-purpose daily and track role
Cons
- Short tread life, often lasting between 5,000 and 7,000 km
- Susceptibility to compound cracking after short periods of use
- Not optimized for longevity in daily driving scenarios
Observations
- Users report consistent performance across various compact platforms, including the Mk5 Golf GTI and Nissan Pulsar N15.
- Performance remains stable regardless of power output, with users noting success on vehicles ranging from 85kw to 150kw at the wheels.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A | B · Hankook Ventus TD Z221 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | High Performance All Season tire | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 560 - 680 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
BFGoodrich
53
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: BFGoodrich Advantage T/A — better treadwear, comfort and wet. Pick the Hankook Ventus TD Z221 if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 75 vs 17 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Ventus TD Z221 scores 97 vs 57 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich Advantage T/A scores 50 vs 20 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus TD Z221 scores 97 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Advantage T/A
Tire B · Hankook Ventus TD Z221
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.