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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 vs Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason — 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2

All Season Premium Touring tires

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
77/100
7 professional tests
User signal (40%)
77/100
50 owner reviews
Dry
70
Wet
85
Snow
66
Comfort
81
Noise
63
Treadwear
83
Handling
73

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Pirelli

Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason

All Season Premium Touring tires

Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
72/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
73
Wet
84
Snow
60
Comfort
81
Noise
–
Treadwear
77
Handling
73

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 — better snow and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason if dry 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Cinturato AllSeason leads by 3
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
70
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
73
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Professional tests (TWG score) 66 –
Tyre Reviews owners 77 73

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 leads by 1
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
85
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
84
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Professional tests (TWG score) 86 –
Tyre Reviews owners 84 84

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 leads by 6
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
66
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
60
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Professional tests (TWG score) 58 –
Tyre Reviews owners 79 60

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
81
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
81
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Tyre Reviews owners 81 81

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
63
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
–
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Professional tests (TWG score) 63 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 leads by 6
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
83
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
77
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Tyre Reviews owners 83 77

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
73
B — Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
73
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2Cinturato AllSeason
Tyre Reviews owners 73 73

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 vs Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
Relative Score 78 76
Dry 70 73
Wet 85 84
Snow 66 60
Comfort 81 81
Noise 63 –
Treadwear 83 77
Handling 73 73

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Headline score

Tire A

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.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Overall Ranking Overall 50% #2/6 · New VS 4mm VS 2mm All Season Tyre Performance 33% #3/6 · New VS 4mm VS 2mm All Season Tyre Performance +16.7 Same test
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2

The Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 is widely regarded as a highly capable all-season tire that excels in cold, wet, and snowy conditions, often outperforming dedicated summer tires in winter environments. While users praise its comfort, longevity, and winter confidence, it is frequently noted that the tire's soft compound leads to a 'floaty' or 'wooly' handling feel in dry, warm weather and reduced performance during high-temperature summer months.

Pros

  • Exceptional traction and confidence in snow and icy conditions.
  • Strong wet-weather performance and resistance to aquaplaning.
  • High level of ride comfort and low road noise.
  • Impressive tread longevity and durability over high mileage.

Cons

  • Soft sidewalls and tread compound result in vague or 'floaty' handling in dry, warm conditions.
  • Increased braking distances and reduced grip when ambient temperatures exceed 20-25°C.
  • Tendency to become noisy or exhibit vibration issues as the tire ages.
  • Occasional reports of premature tread wear or sidewall crazing.

Observations

  • Drivers of heavier vehicles (SUVs and large sedans) noted that the tire can feel 'sloppy' or struggle with weight during aggressive cornering.
  • Users reported that the tire's soft nature is particularly noticeable on smaller, lighter cars, sometimes leading to a disconnected steering feel.
Tire B Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason

The Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason is widely regarded as a highly capable, comfort-oriented tire that excels in wet conditions and light snow. While users praise its quiet ride and confidence-inspiring grip, some note a decline in performance during high-temperature summer months and potential longevity issues over extended use.

Pros

  • Exceptional wet weather traction and aquaplaning resistance
  • High levels of ride comfort and low road noise
  • Reliable performance in light snow conditions
  • Strong sense of driver confidence across varied weather

Cons

  • Performance degradation in high ambient temperatures (above 25C)
  • Slightly vague steering feedback on dry pavement compared to dedicated summer tires
  • Potential for premature tread wear or structural deformation over time
  • Inconsistent availability of the 'Seal Inside' technology feature

Observations

  • Users running 205/55/16 sizes reported confusion regarding the inclusion of 'Seal Inside' technology, highlighting a potential discrepancy in product labeling.
  • Drivers noted that the tire's focus on comfort and grip may lead to a faster replacement cycle compared to harder-compound factory tires.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 B · Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tiresAll Season Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / CrossoverPassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Pirelli

Winner: Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 — better snow and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason if dry matters most to you.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 scores 66 vs 60 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 scores 83 vs 77 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason scores 73 vs 70 on dry.

Tire A · Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato AllSeason

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.