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 Falken e.Ziex has a better rating of 90% compared to 87% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+. The first tyre test of Falken e.Ziex was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ first tested. We also know where
e.Ziex is made - Turkey.