70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone F700 vs Yokohama W.Drive V902B — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama W.Drive V902B — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Firestone F700 if dry matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
F700 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | F700 | W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
W.Drive V902B leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | F700 | W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
W.Drive V902B leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | F700 | W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
W.Drive V902B leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | F700 | W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
W.Drive V902B leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | F700 | W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone F700 | Yokohama W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 81 |
| Dry | 84 | 75 |
| Wet | 61 | 90 |
| Comfort | 69 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 71 | 85 |
| Handling | 73 | 75 |
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70
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 F700 presents a polarizing experience, often categorized as an early-generation eco-tire that offers acceptable dry-weather performance but struggles with consistency in wet conditions. While some users report satisfactory longevity and comfort, others cite significant issues with uneven tread wear and high road noise, leading to a mixed overall reception.
Pros
- Reliable dry-weather traction
- Good steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Competitive tread life for some users
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and braking performance
- High levels of road noise
- Prone to uneven or irregular tread wear patterns
- Tendency to lose traction when pushed beyond moderate driving
Observations
- Users operating the tire on older compact vehicles, such as the Vauxhall Astra, report varying experiences ranging from high satisfaction to concerns over wet-weather stability.
- Longevity appears highly variable, with some users reporting premature wear while others note slow tread degradation over high mileage.
The Yokohama W Drive V902B is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly in heavy snow and icy conditions. Users consistently report reliable traction and durability, making it a dependable choice for maintaining safety in challenging cold-weather environments.
Pros
- Outstanding traction on sheet ice and compacted snow
- Excellent grip in wet weather conditions
- Slow and even tread wear over extended mileage
- Wide rubber bead profile provides effective rim protection against curb damage
Cons
- Limited feedback available regarding dry road performance or noise levels
- Performance characteristics may vary significantly depending on vehicle weight and drivetrain
Observations
- Demonstrated strong capability on compact front-wheel-drive vehicles like the Ford Fiesta, providing superior winter mobility compared to heavier vehicles equipped with summer tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone F700 | B · Yokohama W.Drive V902B |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | High Performance Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Firestone
81
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama W.Drive V902B — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Firestone F700 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama W.Drive V902B scores 90 vs 61 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama W.Drive V902B scores 85 vs 71 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone F700 scores 84 vs 75 on dry.
Tire A · Firestone F700
Tire B · Yokohama W.Drive V902B
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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.