| Model | Winter i*pike RS2 | WinGuard |
| Tread pattern photos |  |
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| Price range | Check on Amazon Check on DiscountTire | Check on Amazon Check on DiscountTire |
| Brand | Hankook | Nexen |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | Winter Touring tires |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 97.1%  | 73.2% |
| Overall Dry | 100% | 64% |
| Corner Stability | 100% | 60% |
| Dry Traction | 100% | 67% |
| Steering Response | 100% | 65% |
| Overall Wet | 90% | 65% |
| Wet Traction | 90% | 65% |
| Snow performance | No data | 100% |
| Ice | No data | 80% |
| Overall Comfort | 100% | 72% |
| Wear (tread life) | 90% | 80% |
| Buy again | 100% | 70% |
| Price range | Check on Amazon Check on DiscountTire | Check on Amazon Check on DiscountTire |