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1. Continental AllSeasonContact Premium2. Viking Fourtech Lowcost
Comparison: Continental AllSeasonContact vs. Viking Fourtech
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In this article, we will compare two all-season tyres: the Continental AllSeasonContact and the Viking Fourtech. These tyres have been tested and rated on various features to bring you an accurate and comprehensive analysis of their strengths and weaknesses.
The Continental AllSeasonContact is a popular all-round tyre made in Slovakia, Czech Republic, and France. It ranks high in our ratings, with a score of 90%. On the other hand, the Viking Fourtech is another allround tyre with a significantly lower rating of 33%. Despite the difference in ratings, both tyres come from well-known manufacturers. To get more information about the tyres' manufacturers, visit Continental and Viking.
In the Autobild test, the Continental AllSeasonContact ranked 5th out of 27 tyres, while the Viking Fourtech came in 15th place. This indicates a significant difference in performance between the two. Let's take a closer look at their strengths and weaknesses based on the results.
Continental AllSeasonContact:
The Continental AllSeasonContact has performed well in many categories tested by Autobild. Its strengths include comfort, snow braking, snow cornering, snow traction, rolling resistance, and aquaplaning - longitudal. According to Autobild 2020, this tyre is a "convincing all-round talent with excellent winter qualities and exceptionally good value for the money." It also boasts precise handling, high mileage, and fuel-saving rolling resistance.
Viking Fourtech:
Although the Viking Fourtech scored lower in this test, it still proved to have some solid features. Some of its best features, according to Autobild, are aquaplaning - cross and rolling resistance. However, it's important to note that it ranked lower in other categories, particularly in comparison to the Continental AllSeasonContact.
Strengths and Weaknesses:
The Continental AllSeasonContact's strengths are its remarkable performance on snow, comfort, and resistance to aquaplaning. The Viking Fourtech's strengths primarily include aquaplaning - cross and rolling resistance. However, it appears that the Viking Fourtech lacks the overall performance and versatility that the Continental AllSeasonContact offers.
Conclusion:
Based on the test results, the Continental AllSeasonContact is the superior tyre when it comes to overall performance, especially in winter conditions. Its impressive ratings and standings, particularly in comparison to the Viking Fourtech, make it the clear winner in this comparison. However, it's essential to carefully consider individual requirements before making any final decisions, as personal preferences and needs may vary.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Continental AllSeasonContact Exemplary2. Viking Fourtech Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Viking Fourtech Satisfactory2. Continental AllSeasonContact Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Snow
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 2+ | 1 | 1 | ||
| Continental AllSeasonContact Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | ||
| Viking Fourtech Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2- | 2- | 1 | 2- | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 37,6 | 50 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 42,3 | 53 | |||||
| Viking Fourtech | 43,5 | 52,6 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 43 | 48,6 | |||||
| Viking Fourtech | 45,3 | 51 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 42,6 | 49,9 | |||||
| Viking Fourtech | 46 | 53,5 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Continental AllSeasonContact | 43,4 | 48,6 | |||||
| Viking Fourtech | 47,4 | 50,8 | |||||
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