Comparison: Continental WinterContact TS 860 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Continental (90%). The first tyre test of Continental WinterContact TS 860 was done in 2016, compared to 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 99% of Continental WinterContact TS 860 has B wet grip rating, whereas 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has A rating. We also know where WinterContact TS 860 is made - Portugal/Slovakia.