Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Falken Azenis FK520 (2026)

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 (83%) than Falken (75%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 80% of the Falken Azenis FK520. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2023 when was the Falken Azenis FK520 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Sportauto 2026 205/45 R17 test, where both the Pilot Sport 5 and the Azenis FK520 were tested. See more mutual tests below.