That's funny...I've noticed better stopping and traction for acceleration on different winter tires than others. So that 2 inches of stopping distance or that extra little grip so that I can accelerate a little to keep someone from slamming into me doesn't matter?
That's funny because it's helped me out in the past.
Significant difference, no, you're right. But there is a difference...just like any other tires...compare two summer tires, compare two all seasons...there are differences that can make a difference...
Sure, maybe I'm a jackass, but these tires aren't as good as my Hankook's were. The Hankook's were cheaper at the time as well....I paid $400 for this set of tires. When I bought the Hankook's, I got a set of steel wheels and the tires for $291, mounted, balanced, and shipped to my door.
Drive around today....you remember the rain yesterday? The higher temps? Guess what...that creates ice. Guess what...I was driving around today and had to deal with that.
Oh, and my final comment...I am SHOCKED to know a winter tire is better than an all season. Is a summer tire better in the summer than all season as well? ...