66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
35 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental 4x4 Contact vs Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 — 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
67 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 — better treadwear, snow and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 63 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 78 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 47 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 66 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 86 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 40
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 36 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 51 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Dynapro HP2 RA33 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | 4x4 Contact | Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 56 | 77 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental 4x4 Contact | Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 66 | 90 |
| Dry | 81 | 95 |
| Wet | 75 | 93 |
| Snow | 65 | 88 |
| Comfort | 76 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 91 |
| Treadwear | 51 | 91 |
| Handling | 56 | 77 |
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Headline score
66
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 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 Continental 4x4 Contact is a polarizing tire that receives mixed reviews, primarily due to a significant disparity in tread life expectations. While many users appreciate its quiet ride and competent on-road handling in wet and dry conditions, a substantial portion of owners report premature wear and poor performance in challenging winter or off-road environments.
Pros
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable grip in standard wet and dry road conditions
- Competent performance for light-duty, on-road SUV use
- Generally positive initial impressions as original equipment
Cons
- Extremely inconsistent and often premature tread wear
- Poor traction in deep snow, ice, and mud
- High price point relative to longevity and performance
- Negative impact on fuel economy for some users
Observations
- Freelander 2 owners report highly inconsistent experiences, with some achieving high mileage while others report rapid degradation.
- Users of heavier SUVs and luxury vehicles (e.g., Mercedes G-Class) report the most severe tread wear issues, often under 5,000 miles.
- Drivers of smaller SUVs like the Honda CR-V and Nissan Rogue frequently cited disappointment with the tire's lifespan compared to expectations for the vehicle class.
The Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented touring tire for SUVs and light trucks. Users consistently praise its quiet ride, smooth handling, and excellent price-to-performance ratio, often comparing it favorably to premium brands like Michelin. While most drivers report strong all-weather traction, a minority of users have expressed concerns regarding wet-weather cornering stability and variable tread life.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price point
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Strong dry and wet road handling
- Easy to balance during installation
Cons
- Occasional reports of wet-weather cornering instability
- Inconsistent tread life expectations
- Noticeable road noise on specific surfaces like concrete
- Slight vibration when cold
Observations
- Owners of full-size SUVs and trucks (e.g., Ford F-150, Range Rover, Armada) frequently report significant improvements in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Drivers of compact SUVs like the Ford Kuga report mixed experiences, with some praising the smooth ride while others note a lack of confidence in sharp, wet cornering.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental 4x4 Contact | B · Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 1 | 17 |
| Rim diameters | 19″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 11/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 360 - 420 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 65,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
66
/ 100
Continental
90
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 — better treadwear, snow and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 scores 91 vs 51 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 scores 88 vs 65 on snow.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 scores 77 vs 56 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33 scores 93 vs 75 on wet.
Tire A · Continental 4x4 Contact
Tire B · Hankook Dynapro HP2 RA33
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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.