Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS91 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (2026)

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 (83%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 36% of the Kumho Ecsta PS91. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS91 was done in 2015, compared to 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autozeitung 2023 235/35 R19 test, where both the Ecsta PS91 and the Pilot Sport 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Kumho Ecsta PS91 has B wet grip rating, whereas 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has A rating. We also know where Ecsta PS91 is made - Korea.