Which is more difficult, Subject 2 or Subject 3 in the driving test?

[McAlexander]

Subject 2 tests precision and basic skills, while Subject 3 tests procedures and flexibility. Many people think Subject 3 is more difficult because it involves driving on the road. However, in actual exams, Subject 2 is generally considered harder. The reasons are as follows: 1. Challenges of Subject 2: Subject 2 has too many test points, and since it is the first in-car test during the entire examination process, most people feel nervous. Additionally, due to various factors related to the test vehicle, visibility and handling are harder to control, and the overall structure is unfamiliar—especially during reverse parking, where slight carelessness can lead to crossing solid lines. This tests the examinee's ability to adjust the seat height and rearview mirror angle properly before starting. 2. Subject 3 is about details determining success: Don’t resent the instructor’s strictness, because during the exam, you’ll realize that following their advice is absolutely correct.

[SanJessica]

When it comes to which is harder between Subject 2 and Subject 3 of the driving test, I just finished mine and felt that Subject 2 was more demanding. Those closed-course tests like reverse parking and parallel parking require extreme precision—just one centimeter off and you fail by crossing the line. I repeated them over a dozen times during practice and still kept messing up. Although Subject 3 involves real-road driving with traffic and pedestrians, I adapted once I got the hang of speed control and lane changes—just stay focused, observe carefully, and signal in time. Some say their hands shake from nerves during Subject 3, but after a few simulated intersections during practice, I didn’t have major issues. The instructor always emphasizes that young drivers should practice fundamentals to build a solid foundation. I think the small, precise maneuvers in closed courses test patience more—it’s best to note reference points and not skip mock exams during prep. In summary, Subject 2’s high demand for detail control makes it the tougher challenge.

[Vincent]

From my experience, the road test (Subject 3) is generally more challenging. Those who've taken it multiple times know that Subject 2's closed-course maneuvers like parking and hill starts just require mechanical repetition—mistakes are merely technical errors. Subject 3 on real roads is entirely different: you must react instantly to unexpected vehicles or pedestrians, where a split-second delay means failure, creating suffocating pressure. I passed Subject 2 on my first try but failed Subject 3 twice due to hesitant lane changes that prompted the examiner to brake. Now, years into driving, I realize Subject 3’s training aligns with daily scenarios—cultivating safety habits that benefit you for life. My advice for beginners: practice extensively on simulated roads beforehand to ease anxiety; don’t just drill closed courses. As for difficulty, the unpredictability of real traffic pushes driving competence to new heights, making it objectively far more demanding.

[AngelinaDella]

Personally, I find Subject Two more prone to getting stuck. The field test, such as curve driving or crossing the single-plank bridge, requires extremely high precision, and a slight lapse in attention can lead to crossing the line and losing points. Subject Three is more continuous, focusing mainly on safe operations and signal switching. I often see beginners making more mistakes in Subject Two due to nervousness and incorrect steering, but practicing more with the simulator can actually improve this. Although Subject Three has unexpected factors, the overall pass rate is higher, and the failure rate for Subject Two is higher. Don't underestimate the importance of memorizing those key points.