In exchange for a set of Bridgstone Turanza T001 195/55/R16 tires, I made a purchase of this rubber in the measurement 205/55/R16. When I was driving on dry pavement, I did not see any difference at all; but, when I put on Formulu and drove the next day along the highway in heavy rain, I did sense a difference. The car floated slightly, which did not happen on the older version of the Bridgstone. But in general, these are fantastic tires, especially considering the price!