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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV vs Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP — 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 SUV

All Season Premium Touring tires

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV tread pattern
Objective (60%)
76/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
78/100
8 owner reviews
Dry
81
Wet
90
Snow
78
Comfort
88
Noise
55
Treadwear
66
Handling
70

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP — better handling, noise and dry. Pick the Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV if wet and comfort matter 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) Pilot Super Sport ZP leads by 15
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
81
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
96
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Professional tests (TWG score) 79 –
Tire Rack owners – 96
Tyre Reviews owners 83 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV leads by 11
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
90
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
79
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Professional tests (TWG score) 92 –
Tire Rack owners – 84
Tyre Reviews owners 87 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
78
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
–
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Professional tests (TWG score) 72 –
Tyre Reviews owners 88 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV leads by 7
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
88
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
81
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Tire Rack owners – 85
Tyre Reviews owners 88 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Pilot Super Sport ZP leads by 24
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
55
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
79
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Professional tests (TWG score) 55 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Pilot Super Sport ZP leads by 12
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
66
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
78
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Tire Rack owners – 79
Tyre Reviews owners 66 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Pilot Super Sport ZP leads by 26
A — Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
70
B — Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
96
Why this score
SourceVector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVPilot Super Sport ZP
Tyre Reviews owners 70 –

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV vs Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUVMichelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
Relative Score 76 84
Dry 81 96
Wet 90 79
Snow 78 –
Comfort 88 81
Noise 55 79
Treadwear 66 78
Handling 70 96

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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 Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV

The Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV is widely regarded as a highly capable all-season tire that excels in wet and snowy conditions, often rivaling dedicated winter tires. While users praise its versatility and comfort, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with experiences ranging from exceptional durability to premature wear depending on vehicle weight and climate.

Pros

  • Strong performance in wet, snowy, and icy conditions
  • High levels of ride comfort and low noise output
  • Excellent aquaplaning resistance
  • Cost-effective alternative to seasonal tire swapping

Cons

  • Inconsistent tread life, with reports of premature wear and chipping
  • Mediocre dry braking feel and feedback
  • Potential for tread damage in extreme heat
  • Performance degradation as tread depth decreases

Observations

  • Users with heavier, upright SUVs reported significantly faster tread wear compared to those on lighter vehicles.
  • Tires with higher load ratings (e.g., 107) were noted for their superior resilience against road hazards like potholes.
Tire B Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV B · Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP
CategoryAll Season Premium Touring tires—
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Michelin

Winner: Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP — better handling, noise and dry. Pick the Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV if wet and comfort matter most to you.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP scores 96 vs 70 on handling.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP scores 79 vs 55 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP scores 96 vs 81 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP scores 78 vs 66 on treadwear.

Tire A · Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons Gen 2 SUV
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP

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.