In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (
Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin).
Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Barum (73%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 63% of the Barum Polaris 5. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2021 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 5 dimensions has C wet grip rating. Most (72%) of the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV also have C wet ratings. We also know where
Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.
