| Model | Ventus S1 evo2 | Potenza RE970AS Pole Position |
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| Brand | Hankook | Bridgestone |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 75.7%  | 66% |
| Overall Dry | 80% | 89% |
| Corner Stability | 79.5% | 88% |
| Dry Traction | 84.5% | 90% |
| Steering Response | 76% | 88% |
| Overall Wet | 78.5% | 86% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | No data | 85% |
| Wet Traction | 78.5% | 87% |
| Snow performance | No data | 50% |
| Light Snow | No data | 58% |
| Heavy Snow | No data | 45% |
| Ice | No data | 45% |
| Overall Comfort | 76% | 78% |
| Ride Comfort | No data | 79% |
| Overall Noise | No data | 76% |
| Wear (tread life) | 67.5% | 78% |
| Buy again | 68% | No data |
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