86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
710 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S vs Sumitomo H/TR Z — Compared (September 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.
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67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
4 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 73 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 68 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 50 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Sumitomo H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 67 |
| Dry | 90 | 83 |
| Wet | 84 | 73 |
| Snow | 69 | – |
| Comfort | 87 | 68 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 50 |
| Handling | 90 | 70 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
67
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich G-Force COMP-2 A/S is widely regarded as a high-performance, value-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry traction, often outperforming more expensive OEM options. While users frequently praise its aggressive handling and confidence-inspiring grip, a significant portion of the feedback highlights concerns regarding road noise and shorter-than-expected tread life.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors.
- Responsive steering and stable cornering capabilities.
- Aggressive, sporty aesthetic that many owners appreciate.
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, often described as a 'hum' or 'growl' that increases with wear.
- Tread life often falls short of expectations, with many users reporting premature wear.
- Tendency to develop vibrations or balance issues over time.
- Limited performance in deep snow or icy conditions despite being marketed as all-season.
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those with high-horsepower RWD platforms (e.g., Dodge Charger, Mustang) report excellent grip but note faster rear tire wear.
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to these standard tires consistently report a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter cars (e.g., Miata, Civic) appreciate the handling improvements but sometimes find the tire's sidewall stiffness to be a trade-off for ride harshness.
The Sumitomo H/TR Z receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those praising its value and longevity and those reporting significant durability and safety concerns. While some drivers report excellent tread life and performance comparable to premium brands, others cite premature wear and catastrophic structural failure.
Pros
- High value-for-money proposition
- Strong dry weather traction
- Competitive tread life for some users
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear and longevity
- Subpar wet weather performance
- Reports of structural failure and blowouts
Observations
- Users operating on challenging terrain, such as steep country roads, reported significantly accelerated tread wear compared to standard commuting.
- Drivers maintaining specific tire pressure protocols, such as nitrogen filling and slightly elevated PSI, reported better-than-average longevity on mid-sized vehicles like the Volvo V50.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | B · Sumitomo H/TR Z |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance All Season tire | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 400 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
BFGoodrich
67
/ 100
Sumitomo
Winner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 81 vs 50 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 90 vs 70 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 87 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 84 vs 73 on wet.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S
Tire B · Sumitomo H/TR Z
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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.