71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Direzza DZ02 vs Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ02 if wet, handling and dry matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
Direzza DZ02 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ02 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Direzza DZ02 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ02 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 52 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
OPTIMO ME02 K424 leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ02 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 45 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
OPTIMO ME02 K424 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ02 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Direzza DZ02 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ02 | OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ02 | Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 73 |
| Dry | 90 | 84 |
| Wet | 70 | 52 |
| Comfort | 45 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 84 |
| Handling | 80 | 70 |
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Headline score
71
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop Direzza DZ02 is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire primarily suited for track-day enthusiasts. While it delivers commendable handling and competitive performance, users should be prepared to sacrifice ride comfort and cabin quietness.
Pros
- Exceptional performance-to-price ratio
- Strong handling capabilities on track
- Competitive wet-weather performance compared to similar track-focused compounds
Cons
- High levels of road noise
- Suboptimal ride comfort
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip depending on track conditions
Observations
- Users frequently utilize this tire on secondary or spare wheel sets specifically for track-day applications rather than daily driving.
The Hankook Optimo ME02 K424 receives highly polarized feedback, with a significant majority of users expressing severe concerns regarding its performance in wet conditions. While some users report satisfaction with its durability and performance in specific climates, the consensus leans heavily toward the tire being unreliable and potentially dangerous on slick surfaces.
Pros
- High tread longevity due to a harder rubber compound
- Reported effectiveness in light snowy conditions by select users
Cons
- Extremely poor traction and handling on wet roads
- Increased risk of skidding and loss of control during cornering in rain
- Longer braking distances in wet weather, even with ABS engagement
- Audible road noise described as 'squealing' during dry driving
Observations
- Users report that the tire's hard compound contributes to a lack of confidence during routine maneuvers like navigating roundabouts in the rain.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ02 | B · Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Dunlop
73
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ02 if wet, handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 scores 80 vs 45 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Direzza DZ02 scores 70 vs 52 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424 scores 84 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop Direzza DZ02 scores 80 vs 70 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ02
Tire B · Hankook OPTIMO ME02 K424
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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.