Segment
1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport
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In this article, we will compare Kumho Ecsta PS71 and Bridgestone Potenza Sport, two superb summer tyres produced by leading manufacturers Kumho and Bridgestone. The primary purpose of this comparison is to assist potential buyers in making the best tyre selection by providing an all-encompassing review and test results analysis.
Kumho Ecsta PS71 is a high-performance summer tyre noted for its superb aquaplaning resistance, both longitudinal and cross, which resulted in securing impressive positions in multiple tests, like placing 4th out of 52 in the Autobild test and 7th out of 10 in ACE's test. However, it also shows some weaknesses, like relatively poor grip in both wet and dry conditions as noted by TyreReviews.com.
In contrast, Bridgestone Potenza Sport is an ultra-high-performance (UUHP) summer tyre, made in Poland and Hungary, that garnered remarkable scores in various comprehensive tests. It seized the first position in the Autobild tyre test out of 52 contenders, second place in the ADAC test out of 18 and fourth in ACE's out of 10, standing out in wet circle cornering, braking (in both wet and dry conditions) and dynamic handling properties. However, it might not be perfect for those seeking a quiet and comfortable ride, as it shows low aquaplaning resistance, high noise levels, and was ranked as the lowest in comfort on the TyreReviews.com test.
According to our evaluation, Kumho Ecsta PS71 scored 76%, while Bridgestone Potenza Sport achieved a higher rating of 91%. Both of these models currently have no newer tyre options that replace them. To provide a summary, these tyres have proven their strengths and weaknesses throughout various tests. While the Kumho Ecsta PS71 excels in providing aquaplaning resistance and comfort, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport offers better performance in wet and dry braking, as well as handling.
In conclusion, based on the collected test data, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport is stronger overall considering its remarkable ratings and performances. However, the final choice should depend on the individual requirements and preferences of the driver.
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Best position in test
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Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good
Worst rating in test
2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Offroad
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
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| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,5 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,0 | 2,9 | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 2,8 | 1,5 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34.2 | 27.4 | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport | 32.6 | 27.6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Highly recommended | 67 | 47 | 18 | 3 | |||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Highly recommended | 67 | 53 | 15 | 5 | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 1 | ||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
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