Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Expect the Bridgestone to shine in braking efficiency and aquaplaning security, with class-leading rolling resistance that favors fuel economy and hybrids/EVs. The Goodyear counters with consistently short wet stops, excellent subjective handling balance, lower noise and comfort, and standout tread life-often by a large margin-driving superior value scores.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been sixteen tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | ten | |
| Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 | six |
While it might look like the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is better than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading rolling resistance in most tests (often 5-15% advantage)
- Frequent wins in dry braking and strong straight/curved aquaplaning resistance
- Confident, precise steering; strong stability at speed
- Consistently short wet braking in several tests and competitive wet handling
- Outstanding tread life (e.g., +60% wear advantage in multiple ADAC/Auto Bild tests)
- Balanced wet and dry handling with short wet braking distances
- Lower external noise and better ride comfort
- Strong overall value driven by longevity and solid efficiency
Dry Braking
Looking at data from thirteen tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during twelve dry braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 stopped the vehicle in 1.74% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Braking: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from six tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during five dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.35% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 0.46% faster around a lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 4.75% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from thirteen tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during eight wet braking tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 stopped the vehicle in 0.47% less distance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Braking: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Wet Braking - Concrete
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one wet braking - concrete tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 stopped the vehicle in 7.93% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wet Braking - Concrete: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from seven tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was 0.5% faster around a wet lap than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during three wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 1.02% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 5.37% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was 0.55% faster around a wet circle than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Wet Circle: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from eleven tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during nine straight aqua tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 floated at a 1.13% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Straight Aqua: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during two curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 slipped out at a 2.38% higher speed than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during two subj. comfort tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 scored 0.81% more points than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during eight noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 1.95% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one noise tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 measured 0.16% quieter than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Noise: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Tire Weight
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during two tire weight tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 weighed 0.75% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Tire Weight: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Wear
Looking at data from four tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during four wear tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is predicted to cover 37.89% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Wear: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Value
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during three value tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 proved to have a 35.85% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Value: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Price
Looking at data from nine tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during five price tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 cost 3.9% less than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Price: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from ten tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 was better during eight rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza T005 had a 2.91% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza T005
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Fuel Consumption
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 and Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 performed equally well in fuel consumption tests.
Best In Fuel Consumption: Both tires performed equally well
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 was better during one abrasion tests. On average the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 emitted 16.37% less particle wear matter than the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
Best In Abrasion: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
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Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driver Reviews
Drivers describe the Bridgestone Turanza T005 as a safe, predictable touring tire with strong wet-weather braking/grip and generally solid dry performance for everyday use. Many also report good fuel economy/low rolling resistance and acceptable comfort, especially versus harsher run-flats or budget tires. However, a sizeable share of users complain about faster-than-expected tread wear (sometimes uneven/shoulder wear), along with noticeable road noise and a soft sidewall/remote steering feel that makes it less satisfying for sporty driving. Some owners also note performance can drop off as tread gets low and in colder conditions.
Based on 179 reviews with an average rating of 72%
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 Driver Reviews
Across 101 reviews, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 is most often praised as a premium touring tire with outstanding longevity, strong day-to-day grip (dry and frequently wet), and a noticeably quiet, comfortable ride with good fuel economy. Many drivers report very high mileages with slow, even wear and stable motorway manners, making it especially popular for high-mileage commuting and taxi/fleet use. A smaller but recurring set of complaints centers on a soft sidewall feel (vague/"spongy" steering, tramlining or less confidence when pushed) and, for some users, increased or unusually high road noise as the tire ages; a minority also note weaker wet braking/traction than expected.
Based on 112 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Conclusion
Choose the Turanza T005 if maximum fuel efficiency and aquaplaning security top your list, or if you prioritize the shortest dry stops. Choose the EfficientGrip Performance 2 if you want the quietest, most comfortable ride with excellent wet performance and market-leading longevity that lowers total cost of ownership. The memorable takeaway: Bridgestone saves fuel; Goodyear saves over the life of the tire.
Key Differences
- Efficiency vs longevity: T005 minimizes fuel use; EGP2 maximizes mileage and value
- Noise/comfort: Goodyear is notably quieter and comfier; Bridgestone can be louder/stiffer
- Aquaplaning security: Bridgestone often leads straight-line aquaplaning; Goodyear is average to good
- Dry vs wet emphasis: Bridgestone frequently tops dry braking; Goodyear more often excels in wet braking and subjective balance
Overall Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.