| Model | Potenza RE97AS RFT | Potenza RE970AS Pole Position |
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| Brand | Bridgestone | Bridgestone |
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| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 22% | 66%  |
| Overall Dry | 78% | 89% |
| Corner Stability | 76% | 88% |
| Dry Traction | 78% | 90% |
| Steering Response | 79% | 88% |
| Overall Wet | 71% | 86% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 74% | 85% |
| Wet Traction | 67% | 87% |
| Snow performance | 54% | 50% |
| Light Snow | 63% | 58% |
| Heavy Snow | 53% | 45% |
| Ice | 47% | 45% |
| Overall Comfort | 60% | 78% |
| Ride Comfort | 61% | 79% |
| Overall Noise | 60% | 76% |
| Wear (tread life) | 43% | 78% |
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