69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
65/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic vs Kumho Road Venture 798 — 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
91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
71 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Road Venture 798 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 75 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 93 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 63 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 39
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 70 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 53 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic | Kumho Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 91 |
| Dry | 64 | 95 |
| Wet | 82 | 89 |
| Snow | 83 | 92 |
| Comfort | 53 | 92 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 92 |
| Handling | 68 | 89 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
91
/ 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 Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic is highly regarded for its exceptional initial performance on packed snow and ice, particularly in extreme winter conditions. However, users consistently report a significant decline in reliability and safety after the second season, primarily due to premature stud loss and a sharp degradation in grip despite having substantial tread depth remaining.
Pros
- Excellent traction and handling on packed snow
- Strong performance on ice during the first two seasons
- Reliable winter grip in extreme arctic conditions
Cons
- Significant stud loss after two seasons of use
- Abrupt and dangerous decline in grip performance by the third year
- Poor longevity relative to competitors despite remaining tread depth
Observations
- Users noted that the tire's performance longevity is notably inferior when compared directly to competitors like the Continental IceContact 2.
The Kumho Road Venture 798 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-terrain tire that punches above its price point, particularly regarding road noise and ride comfort. While most users praise its performance across various surfaces, including snow and light off-road terrain, a minority of owners report issues with ride quality and uneven wear patterns.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain/aggressive tread design
- Strong dry pavement traction and handling
- Good longevity and tread wear performance for many users
- Aesthetically pleasing, aggressive sidewall design
Cons
- Reports of uneven wear or cupping over time
- Some users experience vibration or bouncing issues on heavier trucks
- Wet weather traction can be inconsistent depending on road surface
- Occasional reports of slow air pressure loss
Observations
- Owners of heavy-duty trucks (e.g., RAM 2500) reported more significant ride quality issues, such as shaking or bouncing, compared to SUV owners.
- Users on smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Hyundai Santa Fe) frequently report high satisfaction with longevity and comfort, often comparing them favorably to premium brands like Michelin.
- The tire is noted for being a quiet alternative to more aggressive mud-terrain tires on vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler and FJ Cruiser.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic | B · Kumho Road Venture 798 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | All Season Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Goodyear
91
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better comfort, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 53 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 95 vs 64 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 89 vs 68 on handling.
Tire A · Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic
Tire B · Kumho Road Venture 798
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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.