49
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
52/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Falken Linam VAN01 vs Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — 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.
VS
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
86/100
34 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — better wet, treadwear and dry. 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)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 93 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 90 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 46
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 90 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 43 | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 52 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 76 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 72 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 86 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 94 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 45
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 37 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Geolandar H/T G056 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Linam VAN01 | Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 78 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken Linam VAN01 | Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 49 | 86 |
| Dry | 63 | 94 |
| Wet | 43 | 89 |
| Snow | – | 59 |
| Comfort | 60 | 87 |
| Noise | – | 79 |
| Treadwear | 37 | 82 |
| Handling | 53 | 80 |
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Headline score
49
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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 | 13% #8/16 · 2019 ADAC Van 215/65 R16 C Tyre Test | 14% #7/7 · Best HT All Season Tyres for 2026 Tested! | -1.8 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Falken Linam VAN01 receives highly polarized feedback from users, with experiences ranging from reliable wet-weather performance to significant traction issues. While some drivers praise its durability and quiet operation compared to previous sets, others report premature tread wear and a concerning lack of grip in damp conditions.
Pros
- Strong wet-weather traction for some users
- Improved durability and tread life compared to budget alternatives
- Low noise levels during operation
- Stiff sidewall construction providing stability
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip leading to wheel spin
- Reports of premature tread wear in high-torque applications
- Lack of confidence in emergency braking performance
- Significant performance variance between different driving styles and road conditions
Observations
- Users driving front-wheel-drive vans report higher instances of wheel spin and traction loss during acceleration.
- Performance appears highly sensitive to the specific vehicle's torque delivery, with some users suggesting the tire is better suited for non-driven axles.
The Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 is widely regarded as a reliable, quiet, and smooth-riding highway tire that excels in dry conditions and offers competitive tread life for many users. While it receives high praise for comfort and handling on various SUVs and trucks, there is a notable divide in user experience regarding winter traction and longevity, with some owners reporting premature wear and subpar performance in snow or heavy rain.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong dry pavement handling and stability
- Impressive tread longevity for many users
- Good value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in wet and snowy conditions
- Reports of premature tread wear in heavy-duty or high-torque applications
- Occasional complaints regarding road noise or 'growling' sounds as the tire ages
Observations
- Users of heavy-duty trucks (2500 series) report high satisfaction with snow-clearing capabilities, though some pickup owners note faster wear under heavy towing loads.
- Owners of older SUVs (e.g., Jeep Cherokee) report significant improvements in ride quality and noise reduction compared to previous tire sets.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Falken Linam VAN01 | B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Van | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | — | 48 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 720 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 70,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
49
/ 100
Falken
86
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 — better wet, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 89 vs 43 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 82 vs 37 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 94 vs 63 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056 scores 87 vs 60 on comfort.
Tire A · Falken Linam VAN01
Tire B · Yokohama Geolandar H/T G056
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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.