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Cooper Discoverer MS vs Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — Compared (May 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 Cooper

Cooper Discoverer MS

Winter Touring tires

Cooper Discoverer MS tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
9 owner reviews
Dry
89
Wet
87
Snow
100
Comfort
71
Noise
–
Treadwear
80
Handling
77

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
93/100
220 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
93
Snow
90
Comfort
90
Noise
90
Treadwear
94
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — better comfort, handling and treadwear. Pick the Cooper Discoverer MS if snow 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) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 7
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
89
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
96
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 85
Tyre Reviews owners 89 84
SimpleTire owners – 93

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 6
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
87
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
93
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 89
Tyre Reviews owners 87 73
SimpleTire owners – 89

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Discoverer MS leads by 10
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
100
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 86
Tyre Reviews owners 100 89
SimpleTire owners – 91

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 19
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
71
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 86
Tyre Reviews owners 71 73
SimpleTire owners – 89

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
–
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
SimpleTire owners – 78

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 14
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
80
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
94
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 78
Tyre Reviews owners 80 90
SimpleTire owners – 88

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 16
A — Cooper Discoverer MS
77
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
93
Why this score
SourceDiscoverer MSWrangler DuraTrac
Tyre Reviews owners 77 78
DriverReviews owners – 86

Scores at a glance

Cooper Discoverer MS vs Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryCooper Discoverer MSGoodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
Relative Score 84 93
Dry 89 96
Wet 87 93
Snow 100 90
Comfort 71 90
Noise – 90
Treadwear 80 94
Handling 77 93

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Cooper Discoverer MS

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

The Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac is widely regarded as a top-tier performer for off-road enthusiasts and those living in harsh winter climates, consistently praised for its exceptional traction in snow, mud, and loose terrain. While many users find the ride quality and noise levels surprisingly manageable for such an aggressive tread, some report increased road noise as the tires wear and a noticeable impact on fuel efficiency. Overall, it remains a go-to choice for drivers prioritizing rugged capability and reliability over maximum highway comfort.

Pros

  • Exceptional traction in deep snow, ice, and mud
  • Aggressive, rugged aesthetic that appeals to truck and SUV owners
  • Strong off-road durability and puncture resistance
  • Surprisingly quiet and smooth ride for an aggressive all-terrain tire
  • Reliable performance for heavy-duty towing and work-truck applications

Cons

  • Increased road noise as the tread wears down
  • Potential for uneven tread wear over time
  • Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (MPG)
  • Stiffer ride quality due to reinforced sidewall construction
  • Performance can degrade on wet pavement as the rubber compound ages

Observations

  • Users with 3-ply sidewall variants (often on trucks like the Frontier PRO4X) reported a firmer, sometimes harsh ride compared to standard tires.
  • Owners of heavy-duty or diesel trucks frequently cite the tire's longevity and stability under load as a primary benefit.
  • Jeep Wrangler owners noted that while the tires improve off-road capability, they may cause minor rubbing in wheel wells depending on the specific size and suspension setup.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Cooper Discoverer MS B · Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
CategoryWinter Touring tiresAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available—15
Rim diameters—16″ – 20″
Tread depth—14 - 18/32″
UTQG—320 - 500 A - B B
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
Sidewall—Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering
Max pressure—35 - 80 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Cooper

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — better comfort, handling and treadwear. Pick the Cooper Discoverer MS if snow matters most to you.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 90 vs 71 on comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 93 vs 77 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 94 vs 80 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Cooper Discoverer MS scores 100 vs 90 on snow.

Tire A · Cooper Discoverer MS
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

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.