In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Kumho). Generally,
Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than
Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 95% compared to 87% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has A wet grip rating, whereas 77% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52+ has B rating.
