Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2: The all-new Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive faces off against the freshly launched Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2—two 2024 powerhouses in the all-weather segment. Both promise year-round grip and winter-ready performance, but only one can lead the pack. Let the showdown begin!
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Results: Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2
Results below were taken from the Tyre Review’s “The 7 BEST All Weather Tires Tested” Test. A total of 7 tires were tested this time around with an intriguing studless winter refence to gauge the all season performances. The graph below shows the comparison between Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 based on the relevant performance category. The Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive was set as a reference hence at the 100% mark.
As both tires are categorized as all weather tires with a 3 peak mountain logo on it, an extensive snow & ice testing was conducted. Note that for subjective comfort evaluation, we equate 1 point as 5%. The tire size of interest is a 225/65R17 which is a common tire size for Honda CRV and Mazda CX-5. You can check out our latest tire size table for more information. The testing vehicle of choice is a Toyota Rav 4.
Wet
In wet braking, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 stops 0.98 meters shorter than the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive, a 3% improvement. On the wet handling lap, the Goodyear is also quicker by 0.7 seconds, which translates to a 1% advantage. Subjectively, the Goodyear scores half a point higher than the Pirelli in wet handling, or 2.5% better. However, in straight-line aquaplaning, the Pirelli edges ahead by 0.6 km/h, giving it a 1% lead over the Goodyear.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- +3% in wet braking
- +1% in wet handling (lap time)
- +2.5% in subjective wet handling
- -1% in straight aquaplaning
Snow
In snow braking, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 stops 0.1 meters shorter than the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive, a small 1% difference. For snow traction, the Pirelli is quicker by 0.1 seconds, giving it a 3% advantage. In snow handling, the Pirelli also completes the lap 0.81 seconds faster than the Goodyear, a 1% edge. Both tires are rated equally in subjective snow handling, with 9 points each.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- +1% in snow braking
- -3% in snow traction
- -1% in snow handling (lap time)
- 0% in subjective snow handling
Ice
In ice braking, the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive stops 0.46 meters shorter than the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2, a 4% advantage. For ice traction, the Pirelli is also quicker by 1.03 seconds, which translates to a 10% improvement over the Goodyear.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- -4% in ice braking
- -10% in ice traction
Dry
In dry braking, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 stops 1.36 meters shorter than the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive, a 3% advantage. On the dry handling lap, the Goodyear is also faster by 0.17 seconds, giving it a slight 1% edge. Subjectively, the Goodyear scores 0.25 points higher than the Pirelli, a 1% difference.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- +3% in dry braking
- ~0% in dry handling (lap time)
- +1% in subjective dry handling
Noise & Comfort
Both tires are rated equally for subjective comfort, with 9.5 points each. However, the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive scores 1 point higher in subjective noise, a 5% advantage over the Goodyear. In measured exterior noise levels, the Pirelli is also quieter by 2.6 dB, which is a 4% reduction compared to the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- 0% in subjective comfort
- -5% in subjective noise
- -4% in exterior noise (+2.6 dB)
Rolling Resistance
The Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive has lower rolling resistance at 7.78 N/kN compared to 9.24 N/kN for the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2. This gives the Pirelli a 1.46 N/kN advantage, which is a 16% lower rolling resistance.
Assurance WeatherReady 2 :
- -16% in rolling resistance
Price
In 225/65R17, the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 is slightly cheaper at $213 compared to the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive at $215, making it 1% more affordable.
Tire size: 225/65R17
- Scorpion WeatherActive : $ 215
- Assurance WeatherReady 2 : $ 213
Difference: -1% more cheaper for Assurance WeatherReady 2.
Conclusion
As a tire expert, I’d say both of these 2024 all-weather tires bring strong performance to the table. The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2 impresses with better wet and dry braking, with more precise handling. On the other hand, the Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive stands out with superior ice performance, lower rolling resistance, and quieter road noise. Choosing between them comes down to your priorities—wet grip and handling precision with the Goodyear, or winter traction and comfort with the Pirelli.
Dr Edwin Pang