Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S vs. Falken Azenis FK520

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Falken (71%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 97% compared to 74% of the Falken Azenis FK520. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was done in 2018, compared to 2023 when was the Falken Azenis FK520 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the TYRE REVIEWS 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4 S and the Azenis FK520 were tested. See more mutual tests below. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport 4 S is made in United States and Azenis FK520 is made in Turkey.