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 WinGuard SUV — 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Nexen WinGuard SUV — better noise, snow and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if handling, comfort and wet 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)
WinGuard SUV leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
WinGuard SUV leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
WinGuard SUV leads by 44
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 7 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
WinGuard SUV leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 55 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T2 | Nexen WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 84 |
| Dry | 81 | 91 |
| Wet | 91 | 87 |
| Snow | 64 | 100 |
| Comfort | 89 | 81 |
| Noise | 44 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 83 |
| Handling | 76 | 55 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
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 WinGuard SUV is highly regarded by users for its exceptional winter traction and surprising durability compared to premium competitors. Owners frequently highlight its reliable performance in deep snow and icy conditions, noting that it provides a quiet, comfortable ride that exceeds expectations for its price point.
Pros
- Superior traction in heavy snow and icy conditions
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- High value-for-money proposition
Cons
- Limited availability of studded options for extreme ice
- Potential for performance degradation if used heavily in high-heat summer conditions
- Limited size availability in certain niche markets
Observations
- Minivan owners in heavy-snow regions report significant improvements in winter confidence compared to premium alternatives.
- 4x4 and truck owners report reliable performance when towing or navigating steep, unpaved mountain terrain.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T2 | B · Nexen WinGuard SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 33 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 540 - 560 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 55,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 50 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Firestone
84
/ 100
Nexen
Winner: Nexen WinGuard SUV — better noise, snow and dry. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if handling, comfort and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen WinGuard SUV scores 88 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Nexen WinGuard SUV scores 100 vs 64 on snow.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 76 vs 55 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen WinGuard SUV scores 91 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T2
Tire B · Nexen WinGuard SUV
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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.