Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A appear in 21 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 90/100, based on 21 tests.
How the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 and Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 | Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 21 | 0 |
| Best rank | #1 | — |
| Avg rank | 11.4 | — |
| Latest test | 2025 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.9 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 | Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 12.9 331 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 12.8 1 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 8.5 54 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 9.3 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 9.2 422 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 9.0 111 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 11.0 | No data | Fulda Kristall Control HP2 |
💧 Wet: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 12.9, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
☀️ Dry: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 12.8, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
❄️ Snow: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 8.5, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
🧊 Ice: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 9.3, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 9.2, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
📏 Mileage: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 9.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
🔋 Efficiency: Fulda Kristall Control HP2 vs Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 wins this category with an average rank of 11.0, compared to no data for the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Fulda Kristall Control HP2 or Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 ranks higher on average than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Fulda Kristall Control HP2 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 ranks better than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Fulda Kristall Control HP2 shows better mileage performance than the Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Fulda Kristall Control HP2 appears in 21 independent tests, Hankook WiNter i*cept evo3 X / W330A in 0.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
