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 summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than
Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 95% compared to 83% of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2. The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 was done in 2022, compared to 2023 when was the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 96% of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 also have A wet ratings.