81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
93/100
28 professional tests
User signal (40%)
81/100
42 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental AllSeasonContact vs Goodyear Vector 4Seasons — 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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63 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Continental AllSeasonContact and Goodyear Vector 4Seasons are within 2 points overall. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on snow, wet and comfort. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons is stronger on treadwear and dry.
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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)
Vector 4Seasons leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 83 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Vector 4Seasons leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
AllSeasonContact leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | AllSeasonContact | Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental AllSeasonContact | Goodyear Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 82 |
| Dry | 79 | 84 |
| Wet | 86 | 83 |
| Snow | 79 | 75 |
| Comfort | 85 | 82 |
| Noise | 80 | – |
| Treadwear | 76 | 84 |
| Handling | 82 | 81 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 Continental AllSeasonContact is widely regarded as a highly capable, balanced all-season tire that excels in wet and wintry conditions while maintaining respectable dry-road performance. Users frequently praise its superior steering feedback and confidence-inspiring grip in adverse weather, often positioning it as a strong competitor to the Michelin CrossClimate series. While most owners report high satisfaction, some note concerns regarding tread longevity in hot climates and occasional noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and snow traction
- Predictable and stable handling characteristics
- High level of ride comfort and cabin refinement
- Precise steering feedback compared to segment rivals
Cons
- Accelerated tread wear in high-temperature summer conditions
- Occasional reports of road noise or specific frequency whining
- Mixed feedback on dry-road performance during extreme heat
- Some reports of premature tread cracking or durability issues
Observations
- Users with SUVs and heavier vehicles noted significant improvements in cabin noise and ride comfort compared to OE tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented or AWD vehicles (e.g., Audi Quattro, Subaru Outback) report high confidence in snow and slush, though some note that aggressive acceleration can still break traction.
- Owners in hot climates (e.g., Greece, Southern Europe) report that the tire compound feels too soft during summer, leading to reduced handling precision and faster wear.
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons is widely regarded as a highly capable, year-round solution that excels in wet, snowy, and cold conditions, offering significant convenience for drivers who wish to avoid seasonal tire changes. While most users praise its winter performance and longevity, a notable subset of reviewers reports issues with increased road noise and inconsistent grip in extreme summer heat.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and confidence in snow and icy conditions.
- Strong performance in heavy rain and wet road environments.
- High durability and tread life for many users.
- Convenience of a 'fit and forget' all-season solution.
Cons
- Increased road noise, often described as a 'humming' or 'bearing-like' sound.
- Softened handling and reduced precision during high-temperature summer months.
- Reports of premature wear or tread chunking in specific high-performance or heavy-load applications.
- Occasional wheel spin under heavy acceleration in wet conditions.
Observations
- Drivers of heavier AWD vehicles noted that while the tires perform well in winter, they can feel soft and prone to ABS intervention during aggressive summer braking.
- Users of high-torque or performance-oriented vehicles reported more frequent traction loss in the wet compared to those with standard family hatchbacks.
- Several owners of older or budget-friendly vehicles reported that the tire significantly improved their car's stability and confidence in poor weather.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental AllSeasonContact | B · Goodyear Vector 4Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 500 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Continental
82
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: Continental AllSeasonContact and Goodyear Vector 4Seasons are within 2 points overall. Continental AllSeasonContact is stronger on snow, wet and comfort. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons is stronger on treadwear and dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons scores 84 vs 76 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons scores 84 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 79 vs 75 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental AllSeasonContact scores 86 vs 83 on wet.
Tire A · Continental AllSeasonContact
Tire B · Goodyear Vector 4Seasons
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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.