72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
20 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 vs Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — 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
75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
143 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 if wet 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
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Direzza DZ102 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 59 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 71 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 69 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Parada Spec-2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Direzza DZ102 | Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | Yokohama Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 75 |
| Dry | 82 | 92 |
| Wet | 73 | 65 |
| Snow | – | 89 |
| Comfort | 70 | 75 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 71 |
| Handling | 69 | 80 |
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Headline score
72
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level Ultra-High Performance summer tire that balances impressive dry grip and comfort with an attractive price point. While many users praise its handling and road manners, consensus is split regarding its longevity and wet-weather performance, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Surprisingly high levels of ride comfort for a performance tire
- Low road noise levels compared to competitors in the segment
Cons
- Rapid or inconsistent tread wear
- Inconsistent wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Difficult to balance for some users
Observations
- Users with high-torque or tuned vehicles (300hp+) report that the tire provides sufficient grip to manage power delivery effectively.
- Drivers on 17-inch and 18-inch setups frequently highlight a significant improvement in comfort compared to previous touring or OEM tires.
- Some users noted that the tire's performance is highly sensitive to correct inflation pressures, with improper settings leading to immediate degradation in feel.
The Yokohama Parada Spec 2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in dry conditions, offering exceptional grip and steering feedback for spirited driving. While it is highly praised for its aesthetic appeal and value, users consistently report significant performance degradation in wet weather, particularly regarding standing water and aquaplaning resistance. It is best suited for enthusiasts who prioritize dry-road handling and are willing to accept a shorter tread life and compromised wet-weather safety.
Pros
- Outstanding dry-road grip and cornering stability
- Excellent value for the price point
- Attractive and aggressive tread pattern
- Responsive steering feedback and precise turn-in
- Good performance for light, sporty vehicles
Cons
- Poor wet-weather traction and high risk of aquaplaning
- Rapid tread wear, especially under spirited driving
- Increased road noise compared to standard touring tires
- Performance drops significantly as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Owners of high-torque FWD vehicles report significant wheel spin in wet conditions, suggesting the tire struggles to put power down in non-dry environments.
- Drivers of lightweight sports cars (e.g., Mazda MX-5) frequently praise the tire's handling characteristics, noting it makes the car feel 'planted' in the dry.
- Users with heavy SUVs or high-horsepower vehicles noted that the soft compound leads to faster-than-average tread depletion.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102 | B · Yokohama Parada Spec-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Ultra High Performance Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Dunlop
75
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Parada Spec-2 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop Direzza DZ102 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 80 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 92 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop Direzza DZ102 scores 73 vs 65 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 scores 75 vs 70 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop Direzza DZ102
Tire B · Yokohama Parada Spec-2
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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.