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 (89%) than
Continental (83%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 95% of the Michelin Pilot Sport 5. The first tyre test of Continental WinterContact TS 870 was done in 2020, compared to 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B wet grip rating, whereas 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has A rating. We also know where
WinterContact TS 870 is made - France.
