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Comparison: Falken Azenis FK520 vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 87% compared to 74% of the Falken Azenis FK520. The first tyre test of Falken Azenis FK520 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Azenis FK520 and the Ecsta Sport (PS72) were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Azenis FK520 is made - Turkey.

Test Profile

Falken
Azenis FK520
Kumho
Ecsta Sport (PS72)
Number of tests
15
3
Best position
#2
#1
Average position
7.1
4.0
Latest test
2026
2026
Available sizes
128
54

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Falken Azenis FK520
74%
Falken
Azenis FK520
Wet Braking
Falken Azenis FK520
57%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
62%
Wet Handling
Falken Azenis FK520
45%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
69%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Falken Azenis FK520
92%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
75%
Aquaplaning Cross
Falken Azenis FK520
100%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
73%
Dry Performance
Falken Azenis FK520
80%
Falken
Azenis FK520
Dry Braking
Falken Azenis FK520
76%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
69%
Dry Handling
Falken Azenis FK520
88%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
71%
Dry Lane Change
Falken Azenis FK520
75%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
75%
Comfort & Noise
Falken Azenis FK520
66%
Falken
Azenis FK520
Noise Exterior
Falken Azenis FK520
66%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
52%
Economy
Falken Azenis FK520
76%
Falken
Azenis FK520
Rolling Resistance
Falken Azenis FK520
76%
Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
76%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ACEACE
Summer
2026225/40 R18View

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