- #1 Maxxis Premitra HP5
- #2 Viatti Strada Asimmetrico
- #3 Kama Euro-129
- #4 Belshina Artmotion
- #5 Kormoran Road Performance
- #6 Kormoran Gamma
- #7 Tunga Zodiak 2
- #8 Triangle Group TR968
- #9 Ovation VI-388
- #10 Triangle Group TH201
Often the main criterion in choosing tires is the issue of price. The class of the car also plays a big role. It’s stupid to put tires on an ordinary budget sedan that are almost comparable to its cost. Therefore, the growing public interest in economy tires is not decreasing. The best summer models in this segment will be presented below. Rg26 tire store )
#1 Maxxis Premitra HP5
The Maxxis Premitra HP5 asymmetric tire opens the ranking. It has gained demand due to the symbiosis of low cost and decent driving characteristics. A number of standard sizes received the W speed index. Asymmetrical tread pattern, closed shoulders, three central stiffening ribs, in total this allows the rubber to maneuver confidently on asphalt for its class. Water drainage is not ideal, but is quite acceptable. The quality of grip on wet roads is reduced slightly. The tires turned out to be noisy. The sidewalls of the tires are soft; when driving into a pothole on a road, the wheel can break.
Advantages:
- dynamics on asphalt;
- straight line stability;
- maneuverability;
- stability in braking.
Flaws:
- acoustics;
- weak side
Comparisons and differences
Since the tires are very similar to each other, it is very difficult to notice any differences between them. The main difference is that Viatti appeared on the market much later, but the demand for them is much greater. Based on the reviews, you will notice that Viatti lasts for 3 winters, after which bloating and hernias begin to appear on them.
Cordiant has a low rating among users. Many complain that the mileage of such tires is a maximum of 25 thousand km and is enough for exactly one calendar season. Car owners also complain about noise and grip on wet asphalt. Another difference is that Viatti produces tires that are great for SUVs and crossovers, while Cordiant is only suitable for urban flat roads.
But it is worth noting that all Cordiant tires are adapted for harsh Russian winters, unlike Viatti, some of their tires will not withstand very low temperatures.
#2 Viatti Strada Asimmetrico
One of the company's unconditional hits. Tires are cheap and have a bright, aggressive appearance. Driving performance on asphalt is quite acceptable for this class. In tests, the cars developed speed confidently, and the grip in a straight line was quite stable. In the rain the behavior is noticeably worse. The rubber itself removes water quickly, but lateral grip is reduced. When maneuvering, a slight roll is possible, and skidding is common. Comfort in general (acoustics, rigidity) reached three, but could not overcome this threshold.
Advantages:
- price;
- reliable directional stability;
- speed index.
Flaws:
- voracity;
- risk of slipping and skidding on wet asphalt.
Which tires are better - Viatti or Cordiant?
In November 2020, on PartReview, Viatti tires were overall better than Cordiant.
- Cordiant received a PR score of 75 out of 100, and Viatti managed to score 91 points.
- Cordiant took 15th place in the ranking of the best manufacturers, and Viatti took 1st place.
- Viatti's average review score (4.4) is higher than Cordiant's (3.8).
- Viatti tires have better property ratings than Cordiant:
- Handling - owners believe that the Viatti has this property better than the Cordiant.
- Wear resistance - car enthusiasts claim that this property of Viatti is superior to Cordiant.
- Noise - from the reviews it is clear that this property is preferable to Viatti than to Cordiant.
#3 Kama Euro-129
Budget tires with quite predictable dynamics. The declared speed index is high, but you shouldn’t rush it. The tires hold the road well at 150-170 km/h, but drifts may occur when higher. Asymmetrical design allows for predictable handling. In the average driving mode, turns are carried out confidently; it is better not to provoke them in emergency situations. The tire brakes frankly weakly both on dry and wet surfaces.
Advantages:
- good straight-line stability;
- price;
- adequate maneuverability.
Flaws:
- increased fuel consumption;
- long braking distance.
Cordiant tires
This tire is in great demand among car owners, as it has a wide range, good quality and affordable price. There are summer, winter and all-season tires to choose from. It is worth noting that manufacturers offer tires not only for passenger cars, but also for trucks.
Cordiant tires appeared on the market in 2005 and were initially positioned as mid-price tires for sale in Russia. Several promotions were carried out for their popularity, so they are in demand to this day. The product is produced in Russia, and it belongs to the Sibur - Russian Tires , which is included in the list of groups of the Siberian-Ural oil company. The main motto of the company is the phrase: “Russian tires for Russian roads.”
The essence of the production work was and was carried out in two directions: work was carried out in our own research center, and technologies were also acquired from various leading foreign companies.
For four years, starting in 2005, part of the company belonged to a German popular holding company, which became the first supplier of technologies for creating high-quality tires. The company's own development is Cordiant Polar , which have brought great popularity and demand. The essence of the creation was that the tires would be very similar to the popular GoodYear Ultra Grip . They immediately began to talk about it and believe that this was a joint development with an American brand.
Main types of Cordiant tires:
- Summer. These include Sport 3, Sport 2, Road Runner and others
- Winter. These include: (Snow Cross, Sno-Max, Winter Drive)
- All-season (All-Terrain, Off Road)
- Freight (Cordiant Professional)
To fully evaluate the products, the company conducts various test drives; recently, a test was carried out where Cordiant was compared with Chinese and Finnish counterparts. The following indicators were identified:
- Braking . The test was carried out on wet asphalt at a speed of 80 km/h. The braking distance was 26 meters.
- Avoiding obstacles . Safe speed on wet asphalt is 80 km/h.
- Durability . It will take 33 atm to explode rubber.
#4 Belshina Artmotion
The tires balance tolerably and reliably hold the trajectory. At speeds of 90 km/h and below, fuel consumption will be minimal, but with increased acceleration the fuel consumption will increase. The tires do not handle sharp turns well; often the car simply skids to the sides and spins. After the rain it is better not to drive recklessly. The reliability of lateral grip is low, so even on a straight line the car can lead.
Advantages:
- energy efficiency up to certain speed values;
- democratic price.
Flaws:
- does not like extreme maneuvers;
- Drives unsteadily on wet roads.
#5 Kormoran Road Performance
Wear-resistant, reliable tires that are not afraid of difficult operating conditions. The rubber received an S-shaped design and a reinforced sidewall. The risk of rupture if you hit a pothole is minimal, but you still shouldn’t take the risk. It holds the road quite confidently and turns steadily. It copes with water tolerably, but the risk of hydroplaning is still high. Rigidity and noise leave much to be desired; the ride will not be as comfortable.
Advantages:
- practicality;
- reliable course support.
Flaws:
- may lose traction in the rain;
- shaking and humming in the cabin.
#6 Kormoran Gamma
Another hit from the Kormoran brand (the brand itself belongs to Michelin). The tires are easy to balance and behave confidently on asphalt. The braking distance is long, but overall not critical. During testing, the tires showed good cornering results. Wide, open shoulder areas provide stability for this maneuver. The symmetrical central ribs received a V-shaped orientation of the blocks. The acceleration dynamics are decent. When changing surfaces (dry/wet asphalt), the car behaves predictably.
Advantages:
- wear resistance;
- straight line stability;
- reliability when turning.
Flaws:
- increased fuel consumption;
- long braking distance.
#7 Tunga Zodiak 2
Symmetrical budget tires. On simple asphalt they show quite decent results, but on a wet road the situation changes radically. When picking up speed, they begin to slip and lose traction. In turns they go into a skid. Straight-line driving on a wet surface is accompanied by a roll and the need to correct the path. It is better not to drive onto the dirt road or into the mud. These tires are designed exclusively for hard surfaces. Very cheap and soft.
Advantages:
- price;
- comfort;
- good straight line grip.
Flaws:
- aquaplaning;
- poor lateral grip on wet roads.
#8 Triangle Group TR968
These tires can be described simply: budget semi-sport. The protector is divided into 3 parts. The shoulders consist of long blocks tapering to a central solid small rib. At 180-220 km/h the course will be held quite confidently. Turns smoothly on both dry and wet asphalt. The water is removed quickly, the rubber does not float through puddles, but holds the road quite confidently. The most serious disadvantage is rigidity. There will be a fair amount of shaking in the cabin. The tires are power hungry and there is no fuel efficiency at all.
Advantages:
- expressways;
- cheap;
- Stable on dry and wet surfaces.
Flaws:
- hard;
- increase fuel consumption.
Which tires do car owners choose - Nokian Tires or Cordiant?
In November 2020, according to PartReview, Nokian Tires tires topped more car ratings than Cordiant:
Nokian Tires is chosen by owners of such cars as: BMW 1er, Honda CR-V, Kia Spectra, Peugeot 307, BMW X1, Ford Fiesta, Ford Mondeo, Ford Transit, Hyundai Accent, Hyundai ix35, Hyundai Tucson, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, Nissan Almera, Nissan Almera Classic, Renault Fluence, and others.
Cordiant is chosen by owners of such cars as: Chevrolet Niva, Lexus GS, Mazda Familia, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Opel Zafira, Renault Sandero, VAZ (Lada) 2101/2103/2106, VAZ (Lada) Vesta, and others.
#9 Ovation VI-388
Cheap tires, without any special claims to speed. The tires are excellent for measured driving; when accelerating, they begin to roll sideways. Balance is quite difficult. Grip on wet asphalt causes a lot of problems. In turns it can lead to a skid, slightly reducing the quality of maneuver. The braking distance is long, the dynamics at the start are not high. The tires are wear-resistant. According to this indicator, during testing they showed the best results in the class.
Advantages:
- durability;
- acceptable driving characteristics at low speeds.
Flaws:
- on a wet road there is a risk of skidding;
- gluttonous.
#10 Triangle Group TH201
Another representative of the Celestial Empire. The asymmetrical tread design allows for distinct handling. On a straight line, the behavior is stable, but the tires do not like sharp turns. They drift quite easily. Significant problems are also observed when driving on wet roads. The tires are a bit harsh, but overall there won’t be much shaking.
Advantages:
- controllability;
- behavior on dry surfaces.
Flaws:
- shaking;
- risk of hydroplaning;
- poor grip on wet asphalt.
The budget tire class is firmly occupied by Chinese brands. Europeans are also trying to compete with them, but overall this does not change the situation much.
Which tires are more popular - Nokian Tires or Cordiant?
In November 2020, on PartReview, Nokian Tires tires were generally more popular than Cordiant.
In terms of votes, Nokian Tires tires surpassed Cordiant:
- Nokian Tires had a ratio of positive votes (520) to negative votes (146) of 374 votes.
- Cordiant had a ratio of positive votes (396) to negative votes (131) of 265 votes.
In terms of the number of reviews, Nokian Tires tires surpassed Cordiant:
- Nokian Tires tires have 207 reviews: 151 positive, 29 neutral, 27 negative.
- There are 164 reviews written on Cordiant tires: 113 positive, 27 neutral, 24 negative.