In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli). Generally,
Pirelli allround tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Michelin (85%). The first tyre test of Michelin CrossClimate+ was done in 2018, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 89% of Michelin CrossClimate+ has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A rating.