75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
72/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone WeatherGrip vs Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 — 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
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
199 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone WeatherGrip — better snow, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 if treadwear 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)
WeatherGrip leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
WeatherGrip leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 94 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
WeatherGrip leads by 48
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | 47 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
WeatherGrip leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 92 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 92 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 79 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 40 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | WeatherGrip | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone WeatherGrip | Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 71 |
| Dry | 91 | 81 |
| Wet | 82 | 76 |
| Snow | 95 | 47 |
| Comfort | 87 | 75 |
| Noise | 92 | – |
| Treadwear | 40 | 73 |
| Handling | 73 | – |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone WeatherGrip is widely regarded as a capable all-weather tire that excels in snow and winter-like conditions, offering a high level of confidence for year-round use. However, users frequently report concerns regarding premature tread wear and elevated road noise, suggesting that while the tire performs well in inclement weather, its longevity may not meet expectations for high-mileage drivers.
Pros
- Excellent traction and confidence in snow and winter conditions
- Reliable performance in varied all-season climates
- High level of ride comfort on uneven road surfaces
Cons
- Significantly faster-than-expected tread wear
- Noticeable road noise during highway and city driving
- Performance in wet conditions is considered average compared to competitors
Observations
- Users on older vehicles, such as a 1999 Honda Accord, noted that the tire's road noise is particularly intrusive in the cabin.
- Drivers of AWD vehicles like the Subaru Forester expressed disappointment that the tire failed to meet its advertised mileage warranty.
The Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions. While many users praise its quiet ride and responsive handling, there is a strong consensus that it performs poorly in snow and ice, despite its all-season classification. Long-term reliability is mixed, with some users reporting excellent tread life and others citing premature wear, noise issues, or structural defects like bubbles and belt separation.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road traction
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality when new
- Sporty aesthetic and responsive cornering stability
Cons
- Very poor performance in snow and ice conditions
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Reports of structural issues including sidewall bubbles and belt separation
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear or cupping
Observations
- Owners of performance-oriented vehicles like the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with dry grip, though some note that the tire's soft sidewall can lead to 'slushy' steering response.
- Users in regions with poor road infrastructure (e.g., NY/NJ) frequently report sidewall bubbles, suggesting the tire may be vulnerable to pothole damage.
- Drivers of heavier or AWD vehicles often find the tire adequate for rain, but consistently warn against using it for winter driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone WeatherGrip | B · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring All Season tire | High Performance All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 49 | 1 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | 15″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 9.5/32″ |
| UTQG | 640 A A | 420 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 65,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
Firestone
71
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Firestone WeatherGrip — better snow, comfort and dry. Pick the Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Firestone WeatherGrip scores 95 vs 47 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 73 vs 40 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone WeatherGrip scores 87 vs 75 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone WeatherGrip scores 91 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Firestone WeatherGrip
Tire B · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105
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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.