76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone Destination A/T2 vs Nexen Roadian CT8 — 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.
VS
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen Roadian CT8 — better noise, snow and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if wet and comfort matter 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)
Roadian CT8 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 7 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 66 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T2 | Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 82 |
| Dry | 81 | 85 |
| Wet | 91 | 81 |
| Snow | 64 | 84 |
| Comfort | 89 | 84 |
| Noise | 44 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 79 |
| Handling | 76 | 80 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/9 · 2022/23 Best 9 All Terrain Tyres | 8% #12/16 · 2019 ADAC Van 215/65 R16 C Tyre Test | +91.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Destination A/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing all-terrain tire that excels in wet weather and snow, offering a balanced experience for daily drivers and light-duty truck owners. While most users praise its longevity and highway comfort, some concerns persist regarding its durability on rugged terrain and a slightly vague steering feel.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and grip
- Strong performance in snow with 3PMS rating
- Quiet and smooth ride quality at highway speeds
- Impressive tread life and mileage
- Good value for the price point
Cons
- Vague or unresponsive steering feedback
- Questionable durability on sharp rocks or rough forest service roads
- Stiffer ride compared to factory street tires
Observations
- Users transitioning from factory street tires to the A/T2 on 2WD work trucks report a noticeable improvement in off-road traction despite a slight increase in tire stiffness.
- Large SUV owners report that the tire maintains fuel efficiency while providing superior winter performance compared to original equipment all-season tires.
The Nexen Roadian CT8 is generally regarded as a budget-friendly, high-value option for light trucks and motorhomes, offering respectable dry handling and comfort. However, user experiences are polarized, with a significant subset of owners reporting serious structural reliability issues, such as premature bulging and tread separation, particularly in commercial van applications.
Pros
- Competitive pricing and high value for the cost
- Good dry road handling and stability
- Comfortable ride quality
- Robust construction noted by some motorhome owners
Cons
- Significant reports of structural failures, including sidewall bulges and tread separation
- Poor wet weather performance and grip degradation over time
- Inconsistent longevity and durability under commercial use
- Temperature sensitivity affecting dry grip
Observations
- Motorhome and RV owners frequently praise the tire's load-bearing capacity and construction compared to premium alternatives.
- Commercial van operators report higher rates of structural failure, suggesting the tire may struggle with the specific demands of frequent urban delivery cycles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T2 | B · Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Van |
| Sizes available | 33 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 540 - 560 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 55,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 - 50 psi | 65 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Firestone
82
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen Roadian CT8 — better noise, snow and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if wet and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen Roadian CT8 scores 80 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen Roadian CT8 scores 84 vs 64 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 91 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 89 vs 84 on comfort.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T2
Tire B · Nexen Roadian CT8
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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.