| Model | Potenza RE980AS | Potenza RE050A Pole Position |
| Tread pattern photos |  |
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| Brand | Bridgestone | Bridgestone |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 71% | 79.3%  |
| Overall Dry | 90% | 80% |
| Corner Stability | 89% | 80% |
| Dry Traction | 92% | 90% |
| Steering Response | 89% | 70% |
| Overall Wet | 86% | 75% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 86% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 86% | 75% |
| Snow performance | 62% | No data |
| Light Snow | 73% | No data |
| Heavy Snow | 57% | No data |
| Ice | 55% | No data |
| Overall Comfort | 82% | 85% |
| Ride Comfort | 83% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 81% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 78% | 65% |
| Buy again | No data | 90% |
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