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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Bridgestone B 391 vs Nexen N Fera SU4 — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone B 391

All Season Premium Touring tires

Bridgestone B 391 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
80
Wet
70
Snow
Comfort
65
Noise
Treadwear
85
Handling
75

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Nexen

Nexen N Fera SU4

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Nexen N Fera SU4 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
94 owner reviews
Dry
91
Wet
87
Snow
76
Comfort
88
Noise
91
Treadwear
82
Handling
80

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Bridgestone B 391 if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 11
A — Bridgestone B 391
80
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
91
Why this score
SourceB 391N Fera SU4
Tyre Reviews owners 80 91

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 17
A — Bridgestone B 391
70
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
87
Why this score
SourceB 391N Fera SU4
Tyre Reviews owners 70 87

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone B 391
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
76

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 23
A — Bridgestone B 391
65
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
88
Why this score
SourceB 391N Fera SU4
Tyre Reviews owners 65 87

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone B 391
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
91

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) B 391 leads by 3
A — Bridgestone B 391
85
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
82
Why this score
SourceB 391N Fera SU4
Tyre Reviews owners 85 81

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) N Fera SU4 leads by 5
A — Bridgestone B 391
75
B — Nexen N Fera SU4
80
Why this score
SourceB 391N Fera SU4
Tyre Reviews owners 75 80

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone B 391 vs Nexen N Fera SU4: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone B 391Nexen N Fera SU4
Relative Score 76 85
Dry 80 91
Wet 70 87
Snow 76
Comfort 65 88
Noise 91
Treadwear 85 82
Handling 75 80

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Headline score

Tire A

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.

Tire A Bridgestone B 391

The Bridgestone B 391 is widely regarded as a reliable, balanced original equipment tire best suited for conservative, daily driving. While it offers commendable durability and consistent performance across various weather conditions, it is frequently criticized for its intrusive road noise as the tread wears.

Pros

  • High durability and long tread life
  • Consistent, predictable grip in diverse weather conditions
  • Stable and balanced handling for relaxed driving styles

Cons

  • Noticeable increase in road noise as the tire ages
  • Not suitable for performance or sporty driving
  • Higher price point compared to competitors with similar performance metrics

Observations

  • Owners of compact vehicles like the Ford Fiesta report the tire is well-suited for standard commuting and highway use.
  • Drivers of smaller hatchbacks, such as the Fiat Punto, noted that road noise can become particularly intrusive depending on the vehicle's cabin insulation.
Tire B Nexen N Fera SU4

The Nexen N Fera SU4 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly summer tire that punches well above its price point. Users consistently praise its impressive wet and dry traction, low noise levels, and superior ride comfort compared to more expensive premium brands. While it is not a dedicated track tire, it serves as an excellent daily driver option for those seeking a balance of performance and economy.

Pros

  • Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
  • Strong, predictable grip in both wet and dry conditions
  • High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Good longevity for daily commuting and highway driving

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls can lead to a lack of precision during aggressive cornering
  • Performance significantly degrades in near-freezing or snowy conditions
  • Occasional reports of sidewall bulges or premature wear under heavy use
  • Not suitable for high-performance track applications

Observations

  • Drivers of heavy vehicles or hot hatches noted that the soft sidewalls can cause a 'rolling' sensation during spirited cornering.
  • Users on luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus, Audi) frequently highlighted the tire's ability to significantly reduce road noise and improve ride quality over stock premium tires.
  • Some owners of high-torque vehicles reported faster tread wear on the front axle compared to lighter, standard passenger cars.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone B 391 B · Nexen N Fera SU4
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tiresSummer Ultra High Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Nexen

Winner: Nexen N Fera SU4 — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Bridgestone B 391 if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 88 vs 65 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 87 vs 70 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 91 vs 80 on dry.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Nexen N Fera SU4 scores 80 vs 75 on handling.

Tire A · Bridgestone B 391
Tire B · Nexen N Fera SU4

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.