In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Bridgestone). Generally,
Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than
Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo has a better rating of 83% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2026 when was the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo also have A wet ratings.
