| Model | Sport Contact 3 | Potenza RE 71RS |
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| Brand | Continental | Bridgestone |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 75.7% | 88.6%  |
| Overall Dry | 82% | 96.7% |
| Corner Stability | 77% | 100% |
| Dry Traction | 88% | 100% |
| Steering Response | 81% | 90% |
| Overall Wet | 80% | 80% |
| Wet Traction | 80% | 80% |
| Overall Comfort | 74% | 60% |
| Wear (tread life) | 62% | 90% |
| Buy again | 68% | 100% |
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