Comparison: Falken EuroWinter HS02 vs. Semperit Speed-Grip 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Austria (Semperit). Semperit is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Semperit winter tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than Falken (58%). In this particular case, the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 has a better rating of 78% compared to 65% of the Falken EuroWinter HS02. The first tyre test of Falken EuroWinter HS02 was done in 2023, compared to 2022 when was the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the EuroWinter HS02 and the Speed-Grip 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Falken EuroWinter HS02 has B wet grip rating, whereas 70% of Semperit Speed-Grip 5 has C rating. We also know where EuroWinter HS02 is made - Turkey.