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 Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 — 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.
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84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
31 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 — better noise, dry and snow. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 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)
Geolandar H/T G039 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G039 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 70 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G039 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G039 leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 7 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G039 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 53 |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Destination A/T2 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 63 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T2 | Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 84 |
| Dry | 81 | 94 |
| Wet | 91 | 89 |
| Snow | 64 | 74 |
| Comfort | 89 | 91 |
| Noise | 44 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 80 |
| Handling | 76 | 63 |
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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 Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 is generally regarded as a smooth, quiet, and comfortable highway tire that performs well in dry and summer conditions. While many users praise its ride quality and handling improvements, experiences regarding tread longevity and winter traction are polarized, suggesting performance may vary significantly based on vehicle weight and driving environment.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and smooth handling characteristics
- Low road noise levels compared to competitors
- Strong dry pavement traction and stability
- Reliable manufacturer treadwear warranty support
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, particularly on heavy-duty trucks
- Mediocre performance in snow and ice for some users
- Reports of excessive noise or 'growling' on specific vehicle platforms
- Reduced confidence in wet or winter conditions compared to premium alternatives
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners report mixed results, with some praising snow-plowing capabilities while others note rapid tread wear under heavy towing loads.
- Users of mid-size SUVs like the 4Runner and Jeep Cherokee report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction over previous tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T2 | B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Season 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
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 — better noise, dry and snow. Pick the Firestone Destination A/T2 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 scores 92 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Destination A/T2 scores 76 vs 63 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 scores 94 vs 81 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039 scores 74 vs 64 on snow.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T2
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G039
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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.