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 SUV has a better rating of 93% compared to 90% of the Falken e.Ziex. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV was done in 2020, compared to 2023 when was the Falken e.Ziex first tested. Important for this comparison is also the
Automotorsport 2023 255/45 R20 test, where both the
Pilot Sport 4 SUV and the
e.Ziex were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made in Poland/Spain and
e.Ziex is made in Turkey.