91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
71 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Kumho Road Venture 798 vs Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season — 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
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
53 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better handling, treadwear and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cinturato P7 All Season leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 62 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 30 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 72 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 40 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Road Venture 798 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Road Venture 798 | Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Kumho Road Venture 798 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 91 | 88 |
| Dry | 95 | 95 |
| Wet | 89 | 91 |
| Snow | 92 | 87 |
| Comfort | 92 | 91 |
| Noise | 92 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 84 |
| Handling | 89 | 80 |
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91
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Tire A
88
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Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Kumho Road Venture 798 is widely regarded as a high-value, all-terrain tire that punches above its price point, particularly regarding road noise and ride comfort. While most users praise its performance across various surfaces, including snow and light off-road terrain, a minority of owners report issues with ride quality and uneven wear patterns.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Surprisingly low road noise for an all-terrain/aggressive tread design
- Strong dry pavement traction and handling
- Good longevity and tread wear performance for many users
- Aesthetically pleasing, aggressive sidewall design
Cons
- Reports of uneven wear or cupping over time
- Some users experience vibration or bouncing issues on heavier trucks
- Wet weather traction can be inconsistent depending on road surface
- Occasional reports of slow air pressure loss
Observations
- Owners of heavy-duty trucks (e.g., RAM 2500) reported more significant ride quality issues, such as shaking or bouncing, compared to SUV owners.
- Users on smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Hyundai Santa Fe) frequently report high satisfaction with longevity and comfort, often comparing them favorably to premium brands like Michelin.
- The tire is noted for being a quiet alternative to more aggressive mud-terrain tires on vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler and FJ Cruiser.
The Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season is generally regarded as a capable, high-performance daily driver tire that excels in dry and wet handling. While many users praise its comfort and quiet ride, a subset of owners reports concerns regarding tread longevity and susceptibility to sidewall damage from road hazards.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet traction performance
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality
- Excellent value for the price point
- Reliable handling for daily commuting and spirited driving
Cons
- Reports of premature tread wear
- Susceptibility to damage from potholes and road debris
- Inconsistent performance in heavy snow or ice
- Occasional reports of excessive road noise on specific vehicle platforms
Observations
- Users with performance-oriented vehicles like the BMW 3 Series and VW GTI report high satisfaction with cornering grip and ride comfort.
- Owners of larger sedans and SUVs have noted mixed experiences with durability, specifically regarding puncture resistance on rougher road surfaces.
- The tire is frequently noted as a popular OEM replacement for European luxury vehicles, often providing a cost-effective alternative to dealership pricing.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Kumho Road Venture 798 | B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Touring tires | — |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | — | 38 |
| Rim diameters | — | 16″ – 21″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 500 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | — | 44 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
91
/ 100
Kumho
88
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Kumho Road Venture 798 — better handling, treadwear and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 89 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 84 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You drive through snowy winters
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 87 on snow.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Kumho Road Venture 798 scores 92 vs 89 on noise.
Tire A · Kumho Road Venture 798
Tire B · Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season
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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.