86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
84/100
710 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S vs General Altimax Sport — 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
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
67/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
81/100
32 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the General Altimax Sport if treadwear matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 88 | 64 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 80 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 96% | 92% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 65 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 79 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 89% | 88% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Altimax Sport leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 87 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
g-Force COMP-2 A/S leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | g-Force COMP-2 A/S | Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 78 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | General Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 78 |
| Dry | 90 | 70 |
| Wet | 84 | 71 |
| Snow | 69 | – |
| Comfort | 87 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 87 |
| Handling | 90 | 78 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 96% #5/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 92% #33/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | +3.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 14% #7/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 4% #23/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | +9.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 89% #7/7 · 2023 Tyre Reviews UHP All Season Tyre Test | 88% #19/45 · 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout | +1.5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich G-Force COMP-2 A/S is widely regarded as a high-performance, value-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry traction, often outperforming more expensive OEM options. While users frequently praise its aggressive handling and confidence-inspiring grip, a significant portion of the feedback highlights concerns regarding road noise and shorter-than-expected tread life.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction that inspires driver confidence.
- High value-to-performance ratio compared to premium competitors.
- Responsive steering and stable cornering capabilities.
- Aggressive, sporty aesthetic that many owners appreciate.
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, often described as a 'hum' or 'growl' that increases with wear.
- Tread life often falls short of expectations, with many users reporting premature wear.
- Tendency to develop vibrations or balance issues over time.
- Limited performance in deep snow or icy conditions despite being marketed as all-season.
Observations
- Owners of heavier vehicles or those with high-horsepower RWD platforms (e.g., Dodge Charger, Mustang) report excellent grip but note faster rear tire wear.
- Users transitioning from run-flat tires to these standard tires consistently report a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise reduction.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter cars (e.g., Miata, Civic) appreciate the handling improvements but sometimes find the tire's sidewall stiffness to be a trade-off for ride harshness.
The General Altimax Sport is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-range tire that offers a compelling balance of longevity and reliable daily performance. While most users praise its durability and dry-weather handling, opinions on noise levels and wet-weather confidence are polarized, with some drivers finding them excellent and others noting a decline in performance as the tread wears.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Impressive tread life and durability
- Reliable dry-weather handling and responsiveness
- Consistent performance as a mid-range alternative to Continental
Cons
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip for some users
- Performance degradation noted after significant mileage
- Struggles to maintain traction under high-torque acceleration
Observations
- Users with high-torque, front-wheel-drive vehicles reported difficulty with traction during hard acceleration.
- Drivers of smaller hatchbacks, such as the Skoda Fabia and VW Golf, frequently cited the tire as a quiet and long-lasting upgrade over budget alternatives.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S | B · General Altimax Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance All Season tire | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 400 AA A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 45,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
BFGoodrich
78
/ 100
General
Winner: BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S — better dry, wet and handling. Pick the General Altimax Sport if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 90 vs 70 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 84 vs 71 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 90 vs 78 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S scores 87 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · BFGoodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S
Tire B · General Altimax Sport
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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.