84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
420 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 vs Vredestein Sportrac 5 — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
101 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 — better noise, comfort and dry. Pick the Vredestein Sportrac 5 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)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 71 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 97% | 96% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 97% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 99% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 40 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | 26 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 70 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | 80 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 76 |
| Dry | 85 | 78 |
| Wet | 89 | 86 |
| Snow | 60 | – |
| Comfort | 95 | 84 |
| Noise | 72 | 26 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 86 |
| Handling | 85 | 83 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 | 97% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 96% #8/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +0.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 98% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +0.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 94% #4/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | 85% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +8.3 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 98% #7/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | 95% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +3.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 33% #3/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | 13% #8/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +20.8 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 92% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 93% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 80% #4/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | 80% #6/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 89% #2/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | 70% #9/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +19 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 97% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 93% #8/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +4.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +1.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that excels in wet and dry grip, offering a significant improvement in ride comfort and noise levels over many OEM and run-flat alternatives. While most users praise its confidence-inspiring handling and daily drivability, a subset of enthusiasts notes that its softer sidewall construction can lead to a less precise steering feel compared to stiffer, more track-focused competitors.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
- Strong value-to-performance ratio
- Excellent braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can feel 'spongy' or imprecise during aggressive cornering
- Rapid tread wear reported by spirited drivers
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage from potholes
- Performance drop-off as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Users replacing factory run-flat tires on BMW and other luxury vehicles report a transformative improvement in ride quality and reduced tramlining.
- Drivers of high-torque, front-wheel-drive vehicles note significant improvements in traction and reduced wheel hop compared to previous tires.
- Some users on larger rim diameters (18-19 inch) report increased noise and vulnerability to sidewall damage on poor road surfaces.
The Vredestein Sportrac 5 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, comfort, and longevity. While the majority of users praise its balanced performance and responsiveness, a minority of enthusiasts find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to vague steering feedback and a lack of precision in performance-oriented applications.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High tread life and durability
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel and lack of precision
- Increased road noise as the tire ages and rubber hardens
- Some reports of poor performance in deep standing water (aquaplaning)
- Not suitable for dedicated track or aggressive sports driving
Observations
- Drivers of small, lightweight vehicles occasionally report issues with understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving in high-temperature climates (e.g., Dubai, India) report impressive longevity and consistent performance over high mileage.
- Some owners of performance-oriented cars note that the tire's soft construction compromises the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 | B · Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 10 | — |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 21″ | — |
| Tread depth | 9 - 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 240 - 300 AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Black Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Goodyear
76
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 — better noise, comfort and dry. Pick the Vredestein Sportrac 5 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 scores 72 vs 26 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 scores 95 vs 84 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 scores 85 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 80 on treadwear.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2
Tire B · Vredestein Sportrac 5
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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.