In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (
Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli). Generally,
Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than
Pirelli (79%). The first tyre test of Continental PremiumContact 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 70% of Continental PremiumContact 5 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) also have A wet ratings. We also know where
PremiumContact 5 is made - Czech Republic.