Comparison: Falken Azenis FK510 vs. Maxxis Victra Sport 5

In this comparison, we are looking at two summer tyres: the Falken Azenis FK510, rated at 90% by our experts, and the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, rated at 83%. Both tyres have been tested by various organizations, including Autobild, AutoMotorSport, Autozeitung, and ADAC.

Falken Azenis FK510
The Falken Azenis FK510 has been replaced by the newer Falken Azenis FK520. It has been tested by multiple organizations with varying results. In Autobild's test, it ranked 15th out of 50 tyres. It performed well in aquaplaning - cross, comfort, wet braking, wet handling, exterior noise, price/value, and rolling resistance. However, it had "deficits in aquaplaning, dry braking, balance, response, and lane change safety" according to Autobild 2022, making it more suitable for less demanding vehicles. In AutoMotorSport's test, it ranked 8th out of 11 tyres, while ADAC ranked it 8th out of 16 tyres, noting its strong mileage performance. Overall, the Falken Azenis FK510 offers good performance in wet conditions and comfort, but may not be ideal for demanding driving conditions.

Maxxis Victra Sport 5
The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is a UHP summer tyre that has not been replaced by a newer model. In Autobild's test, it ranked 20th out of 50 tyres, with its best feature being its interior noise performance. Autobild 2022 noted its "sporty performance with consistently balanced performance on wet and dry tracks, good aquaplaning properties, and fair price." However, it has "delayed response on dry tracks." In AutoMotorSport's test, it ranked 5th out of 11 tyres and performed well in wet handling and wet side guide. According to AutoMotorSport 2022, despite weak wet braking, it has "surprisingly good grip and dynamic steering response in wet curves." On the downside, it has a "weak steering precision in dry curves, deficits in wet braking and aquaplaning protection, and is rather uncomfortable with weak damping." ADAC ranked it 4th out of 16 tyres, praising its aquaplaning - cross, mileage, noise, and wet circle cornering performance.

Verdict
Comparing the overall ratings and test results of the Falken Azenis FK510 and the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, it is evident that both tyres perform relatively well in numerous categories. The Falken Azenis FK510 performs better in wet conditions, while the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 offers a more balanced performance across various conditions. However, neither tyre is ideal for more demanding vehicles. While Falken Azenis FK510 has been replaced by the newer FK520, it may be worth considering when looking for performance in wet conditions and comfort. The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 might be a better choice for those seeking a balanced performance in both wet and dry conditions at a fair price.