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Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4

The Kumho Ecsta PS71 is a summer tyre boasting an average overall rating of 68%. According to AutoBild's tests, it ranks 12th out of 50 tyres, revealing its well-balanced performance and satisfying handling qualities. It particularly stands out for its aquaplaning performance, named as one of its best features in the ACE's test where it secured the 7th position out of 10. Despite these strong features, the Kumho tire demonstrated a slightly higher driving noise. As of today, there are no newer models that have replaced this tyre. More details are available on our Kumho Ecsta PS71 page. Also discover more from Kumho, the manufacturer.


The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, is an Ultra High Performance (UUHP) summer tyre with an impressive overall rating of 85%. In the AutoBild's test, it stands out as the 3rd best out of 50 tyres tested, highlighting its excellent dry handling, wet braking, wet circle cornering, and wet handling. This tyre also secures 5th position in the ACE test emphasizing its objective wet handling performance. However, discomfort could arise from limited mileage and higher pricing. No newer tyres have replaced this model yet. More information can be found on the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 page. Visit Pirelli for more of their products.


After considering both tyres, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 takes the lead in overall tests, having excelled in a broader range of categories, proving to be a reliable UUHP summer tyre. However, consumers looking for a budget-friendly option with balanced performance may opt for the Kumho Ecsta PS71; despite showing higher driving noise, it offers reasonable pricing and decent handling capacities.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
79%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Wet Braking
Kumho Ecsta PS71
71%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
87%
Wet Handling
Kumho Ecsta PS71
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Best: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 (96.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Kumho Ecsta PS71
69%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
96%
Best: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 (96.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Kumho Ecsta PS71
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
64%
Aquaplaning Cross
Kumho Ecsta PS71
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
64%
Best in category: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 (86.0%)
Dry Performance
Kumho Ecsta PS71
71%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Dry Braking
Kumho Ecsta PS71
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
86%
Dry Handling
Kumho Ecsta PS71
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Best: Pirelli P Zero PZ4 (96.0%)
Best in category: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (91.3%)
Comfort & Noise
Kumho Ecsta PS71
41%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Noise Exterior
Kumho Ecsta PS71
41%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Best in category: Linglong Sport Master (92.0%)
Economy
Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
Kumho
Ecsta PS71
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
63%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Rolling Resistance
Kumho Ecsta PS71
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Mileage
Kumho Ecsta PS71
64%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
Best in category: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (87.0%)

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