Originally Posted by Jmlo96
Originally Posted by painfx
It is true that the PureContact LS has better ratings on TireRack.
But my main concern besides those would be tire noise over time and are the sidewalls are softer compared to the MXM4?
BTW, stock MXM4 cannot be compared because they have many versions of the MXM4. The one that is good is the one with the traction rating of "AA" 96V XL.
I see your point about not comparing to the stock tires. I would have only experienced them when I worked for Honda.
As for sidewall stiffness, it seems to depend on the size in the PureContact LS. My friend bought a 19" set for his car and they barely had any flex. The 16" ones flex on my Cruze a bit, but I'd still say they were stiff enough for a 60 series all season tire.
My Camry size is 235/40/19. I read that sidewalls are on the softer side hence you get a comfortable ride. If it is true sidewalls doesnt flex. That sounds good already.
Now only thing left is road noise after how many miles is the next big concern.
Originally Posted by painfx
It is true that the PureContact LS has better ratings on TireRack.
But my main concern besides those would be tire noise over time and are the sidewalls are softer compared to the MXM4?
BTW, stock MXM4 cannot be compared because they have many versions of the MXM4. The one that is good is the one with the traction rating of "AA" 96V XL.
I see your point about not comparing to the stock tires. I would have only experienced them when I worked for Honda.
As for sidewall stiffness, it seems to depend on the size in the PureContact LS. My friend bought a 19" set for his car and they barely had any flex. The 16" ones flex on my Cruze a bit, but I'd still say they were stiff enough for a 60 series all season tire.
My Camry size is 235/40/19. I read that sidewalls are on the softer side hence you get a comfortable ride. If it is true sidewalls doesnt flex. That sounds good already.
Now only thing left is road noise after how many miles is the next big concern.