75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
37 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport LM704 vs Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
125 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM704 if handling 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)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM704 | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM704 | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 47 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM704 | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 69 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM704 | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 73 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM704 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM704 | Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 67 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM704 | Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 86 |
| Dry | 82 | 94 |
| Wet | 65 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 77 |
| Comfort | 80 | 93 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 77 | 87 |
| Handling | 75 | 67 |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 SP Sport LM704 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between praising its exceptional durability and comfort versus criticizing its performance in wet conditions. While many drivers appreciate its longevity and low road noise, a significant portion of the user base reports dangerous levels of hydroplaning and poor traction on wet surfaces.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Low road noise and high comfort levels
- Affordable price point
- Good dry weather handling and steering response
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance and high risk of hydroplaning
- Inconsistent traction on wet or slick surfaces
- Reported stiffness and harsh ride quality on certain vehicles
- Lack of grip under high-torque or spirited driving conditions
Observations
- Users with high-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) reported significant traction issues, suggesting the tire is ill-suited for high-performance applications.
- Drivers of compact and mid-size sedans frequently cited the tire as a comfortable, long-lasting daily driver option, provided they avoid aggressive wet-weather maneuvers.
- Some users noted improved fuel economy and better handling of road irregularities compared to factory-fitted alternatives.
The Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly all-season tire that excels in daily commuting and dry-weather performance. While most users praise its quiet ride, comfort, and affordability, a subset of drivers—particularly those with rear-wheel-drive or performance-oriented vehicles—report significant concerns regarding wet-weather traction and sidewall stability.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Strong dry-weather grip and handling
- Predictable performance for daily driving
- Fast and reliable shipping/availability
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction
- Noticeably soft or 'squishy' sidewalls
- Lack of confidence in spirited or high-speed cornering
- Limited winter/snow capability
Observations
- Drivers of lightweight, rear-wheel-drive sports cars (e.g., Mazda Miata/124 Spider) frequently report issues with wheel spin and loss of traction in wet conditions.
- Users transitioning from factory or premium performance tires often note a significant improvement in cabin noise and ride comfort, though they acknowledge a trade-off in ultimate cornering stiffness.
- The tire is frequently cited as a popular choice for budget-conscious daily drivers of sedans and hatchbacks, where comfort is prioritized over track-level performance.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM704 | B · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | — | 45 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 9.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 45,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Dunlop
86
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 — better wet, comfort and dry. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM704 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 87 vs 65 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 93 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 94 vs 82 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457 scores 87 vs 77 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM704
Tire B · Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 H457
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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.