85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental VancoWinter 2 vs Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
30 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Continental VancoWinter 2 and Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT are within 2 points overall. Continental VancoWinter 2 is stronger on treadwear. Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT is stronger on wet 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)
Wrangler Fortitude HT leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Wrangler Fortitude HT leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 58 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 93 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
VancoWinter 2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | VancoWinter 2 | Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental VancoWinter 2 | Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 85 | 85 |
| Dry | 85 | 91 |
| Wet | 75 | 85 |
| Snow | – | 84 |
| Comfort | 90 | 90 |
| Noise | – | 91 |
| Treadwear | 100 | 87 |
| Handling | 70 | 70 |
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Headline score
85
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 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 VancoWinter 2 is highly regarded as a robust, long-lasting winter tire that performs exceptionally well in deep snow and challenging terrain. While users praise its durability and winter traction, some note a compromise in wet braking performance and a 'squishy' handling feel during warmer months.
Pros
- Exceptional traction in deep snow and on icy surfaces
- Impressive tread longevity and durability over high mileage
- Reliable performance on varied terrain including mud and loose surfaces
- Strong dry and wet handling characteristics for a winter-focused tire
Cons
- Noticeable 'squishy' or soft handling feel in warmer temperatures
- Wet braking performance could be improved
- Handling characteristics are not suited for aggressive cornering
Observations
- Users operating camper vans, such as the Mercedes-Benz Vito, report excellent year-round durability and consistent performance over high mileage.
- The tire maintains composure and climbing ability even when used on heavier commercial-style vehicles in severe winter conditions.
The Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude H/T is generally regarded as a comfortable, quiet, and long-lasting highway tire, making it a popular choice for daily commuting and light-duty truck use. While users frequently praise its smooth ride and fuel efficiency, it is widely considered unsuitable for off-road conditions, snow, or ice, where traction performance is notably lacking.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Quiet and smooth highway ride quality
- Improved fuel economy compared to all-terrain alternatives
- Strong value proposition for factory-replacement needs
Cons
- Poor traction in snow, ice, and heavy rain
- Inadequate performance for off-road or mud environments
- Reports of vibration and balancing issues in some units
- Mediocre dry pavement grip under acceleration
Observations
- Owners of full-size trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado Z71 noted that while the tire excels on pavement, it is ill-suited for the off-road capabilities expected of the Z71 trim.
- Some users reported uneven tread wear on larger SUVs like the Ford Expedition, even when maintaining proper inflation pressures.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental VancoWinter 2 | B · Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Van | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 4 | 7 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 17″ | 16″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | 11 - 14/32″ | 10 - 15/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 680 A B |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 69 - 85 psi | 50 - 83 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
Continental
85
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: Continental VancoWinter 2 and Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT are within 2 points overall. Continental VancoWinter 2 is stronger on treadwear. Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT is stronger on wet and dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Continental VancoWinter 2 scores 100 vs 87 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT scores 85 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT scores 91 vs 85 on dry.
Tire A · Continental VancoWinter 2
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler Fortitude HT
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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.