81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
86/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo vs Nexen Roadian CT8 — 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.
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82
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Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
79/100
17 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo and Nexen Roadian CT8 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo is stronger on wet and handling. Nexen Roadian CT8 is stronger on noise and dry.
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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)
Roadian CT8 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 77 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Vector 4Seasons Cargo leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 95 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 63 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Vector 4Seasons Cargo leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 78 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Roadian CT8 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 47 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Vector 4Seasons Cargo leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Vector 4Seasons Cargo leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo | Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 82 |
| Dry | 79 | 85 |
| Wet | 97 | 81 |
| Snow | 83 | 84 |
| Comfort | 85 | 84 |
| Noise | 47 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 79 |
| Handling | 85 | 80 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 50% #2/8 · 2020 AutoBild Van All Season Commercial Tyre Test | 8% #12/16 · 2019 ADAC Van 215/65 R16 C Tyre Test | +41.7 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo is highly regarded as a versatile all-weather tire, praised for its consistent performance across diverse climates and terrains. Users report high satisfaction with its reliability in both extreme cold and wet conditions, making it a dependable choice for year-round utility.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather performance and hydroplaning resistance
- Reliable traction in cold temperatures and snowy conditions
- Strong versatility for varied terrains, including light off-road use
- Consistent dry grip and handling characteristics
Cons
- Limited long-term tread life data available from current user feedback
- Performance trade-offs inherent to all-season compounds compared to dedicated seasonal tires
Observations
- Users specifically highlighted the tire's utility for long-distance European travel across varied mountain and coastal climates.
- The tire demonstrates effective performance for light commercial or farm-related off-road tasks.
The Nexen Roadian CT8 is generally regarded as a budget-friendly, high-value option for light trucks and motorhomes, offering respectable dry handling and comfort. However, user experiences are polarized, with a significant subset of owners reporting serious structural reliability issues, such as premature bulging and tread separation, particularly in commercial van applications.
Pros
- Competitive pricing and high value for the cost
- Good dry road handling and stability
- Comfortable ride quality
- Robust construction noted by some motorhome owners
Cons
- Significant reports of structural failures, including sidewall bulges and tread separation
- Poor wet weather performance and grip degradation over time
- Inconsistent longevity and durability under commercial use
- Temperature sensitivity affecting dry grip
Observations
- Motorhome and RV owners frequently praise the tire's load-bearing capacity and construction compared to premium alternatives.
- Commercial van operators report higher rates of structural failure, suggesting the tire may struggle with the specific demands of frequent urban delivery cycles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo | B · Nexen Roadian CT8 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | Summer Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Van | Van |
| Tread depth | — | 10/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 65 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Goodyear
82
/ 100
Nexen
Too close to call: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo and Nexen Roadian CT8 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo is stronger on wet and handling. Nexen Roadian CT8 is stronger on noise and dry.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nexen Roadian CT8 scores 80 vs 47 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo scores 97 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Nexen Roadian CT8 scores 85 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo scores 85 vs 80 on handling.
Tire A · Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Cargo
Tire B · Nexen Roadian CT8
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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.