In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (
Continental). Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Continental (83%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 91% of the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV was done in 2021, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 72% of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has C wet grip rating, whereas 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B rating.
