Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 has A wet grip rating, whereas 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B rating.