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 has a better rating of 100% compared to 87% of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) was done in 2025, compared to 2020 when was the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has A wet grip rating, whereas 63% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has B rating.
