In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli). Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Pirelli (71%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV has a better rating of 91% compared to 62% of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT. The first tyre test of Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV was done in 2021, compared to 2023 when was the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT first tested. Important for this comparison is also the
Automotorsport 2023 255/45 R20 test, where both the
PILOT ALPIN 5 SUV and the
Scorpion Winter 2 ELECT were tested.