Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS91 vs. Continental UltraContact NXT

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 (84%) than Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Continental UltraContact NXT has a better rating of 99% compared to 16% of the Kumho Ecsta PS91. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS91 was done in 2015, compared to 2025 when was the Continental UltraContact NXT first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Kumho Ecsta PS91 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Ecsta PS91 is made in Korea and UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal.