In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Laufenn). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (73%) than Laufenn (31%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 5 has a better rating of 63% compared to 59% of the Laufenn I FIT Plus. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2020 when was the Laufenn I FIT Plus first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the I FIT Plus were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Averaged from 3 tests
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
Barum Polaris 5
Laufenn I FIT Plus
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