68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
70 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 9000 vs Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 — 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.
VS
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
59/100
199 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 47 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ventus V4 ES H105 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 9000 | Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 9000 | Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 76 |
| Dry | 77 | 81 |
| Wet | 67 | 76 |
| Snow | – | 47 |
| Comfort | 65 | 75 |
| Treadwear | 66 | 73 |
| Handling | 61 | – |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SP Sport 9000 is a polarizing performance tire that receives mixed reviews regarding its wet-weather capabilities and noise levels. While many users praise its dry-road handling and aesthetic appeal, a significant portion of owners report issues with rapid tread wear, high road noise, and inconsistent traction in wet or cold conditions.
Pros
- Strong dry-weather handling and cornering stability
- Predictable and progressive grip characteristics for many users
- Attractive, distinctive tread pattern
- Competitive price point compared to other premium performance brands
Cons
- High levels of road noise that often worsen as the tire wears
- Rapid and inconsistent tread life
- Poor wet-weather performance and hydroplaning resistance for many drivers
- Harsh ride quality, particularly on run-flat or low-profile variants
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63 AMG, 350z) frequently report difficulty with off-the-line traction and excessive wheel spin.
- Users with heavy sedans or those carrying heavy loads noted significantly accelerated tread wear.
- Drivers of vehicles with specific suspension setups (e.g., Jaguar X-Type) reported issues with sidewall integrity and premature tire failure.
The Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly performance tire that excels in dry and wet road conditions. While many users praise its quiet ride and responsive handling, there is a strong consensus that it performs poorly in snow and ice, despite its all-season classification. Long-term reliability is mixed, with some users reporting excellent tread life and others citing premature wear, noise issues, or structural defects like bubbles and belt separation.
Pros
- Excellent dry and wet road traction
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality when new
- Sporty aesthetic and responsive cornering stability
Cons
- Very poor performance in snow and ice conditions
- Increased road noise as the tire wears
- Reports of structural issues including sidewall bubbles and belt separation
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear or cupping
Observations
- Owners of performance-oriented vehicles like the Nissan 350Z and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with dry grip, though some note that the tire's soft sidewall can lead to 'slushy' steering response.
- Users in regions with poor road infrastructure (e.g., NY/NJ) frequently report sidewall bubbles, suggesting the tire may be vulnerable to pothole damage.
- Drivers of heavier or AWD vehicles often find the tire adequate for rain, but consistently warn against using it for winter driving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 9000 | B · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | High Performance All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Tread depth | — | 9.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 420 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Dunlop
76
/ 100
Hankook
Winner: Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 75 vs 65 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 76 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 73 vs 66 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 scores 81 vs 77 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 9000
Tire B · Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105
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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.