In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin). Generally,
Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than
Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 83% of the Kumho Ecsta PS71. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2021 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 76% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 has A wet grip rating, whereas 72% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has C rating.
