In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Hankook). Generally,
Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than
Falken (71%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION FlexClimate has a better rating of 90% compared to 73% of the Falken Azenis FK520. The first tyre test of Falken Azenis FK520 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Hankook ION FlexClimate first tested. We also know where
Azenis FK520 is made - Turkey.
