In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Falken (70%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 97% compared to 57% of the Falken Azenis RS820. The first tyre test of Falken Azenis RS820 was done in 2025, compared to 2018 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2025 295/30 R20 test, where both the Azenis RS820 and the Pilot Sport 4 S were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Azenis RS820 is made in Japan and Pilot Sport 4 S is made in United States.
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
You can explore discipline-by-discipline comparisons, view the spider chart, check price differences, and see which tests were used for this analysis. Or view the general comparison →
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AUTOBILD
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Summer
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2025 | 295/30 R20 | View |
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Falken Azenis RS820
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
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