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Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 vs. Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

General comparison
premium
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

Cinturato P7 C2

89%
R16 - R20
34 Sizes
9 Tests
Best: #2
Worst: #17
Avg: 5.8
Latest: 2025
Best rating: Highly recommended
Worst rating: Good
upper-middle
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun

ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun

67%
R14 - R22
96 Sizes
23 Tests
Best: #2
Worst: #15
Avg: 6.6
Latest: 2025
Best rating: Exemplary
Worst rating: doporučení cena/výkon
lowcost
Maxxis Premitra HP5

Premitra HP5

42%
R15 - R18
50 Sizes
31 Tests
Best: #1
Worst: #20
Avg: 9.5
Latest: 2024
Best rating: Very good
Worst rating: Conditionally recommended

Tests used in comparison (2)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autozeitung Autozeitung
Summer
2024 225/45 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2021 205/55 R16 View

The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 and
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun are two notable contenders in the touring summer tyre sector. Given the quality and reputation of Pirelli and Falken, the manufacturers respectively, these models warrant streamlined comparison.


Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2


The Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 is a premium summer tyre that earned an 89% rating from us. In the Autobild test, the P7 C2 ranked 2nd out of 53 tyres, illustrating its high performance, particularly in areas of comfort, rolling resistance, and wet braking. Additional highlight includes excellent Aquaplaning resistance. However, it is not without its drawbacks, namely slightly longer dry braking distances and a higher price level, which were critiqued.


Please note: This Pirelli model has been replaced by a newer variant. For more information, click here.


Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun


On the other hand, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun secured a 72% rating on our scale. Testing 8th just in the Autobild 2024 test, this tyre demonstrates good Aquaplaning resistance and commendable rolling resistance. The Ecorun provides balanced handling on dry roads. However, it does exhibit understeering on wet roads and a slightly delayed steering response.


Please note: This Falken model has been replaced with a newer product. To explore this, click here.


Conclusion


In terms of overall performance, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 typically ranks higher in tests than its Falken counterpart. Nonetheless, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun compensates for this with its affordable cost and decent dry performance, making it a cost-efficient choice, albeit with slightly lesser performance. Consider your specific needs and budget when choosing between these two quality options.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
87%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
79%
Falken
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Wet Braking
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
71%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
67%
Best: Continental PremiumContact 7 (100.0%)
Wet Handling
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
71%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
78%
Best: Continental PremiumContact 7 (100.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
90%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
90%
Best: Continental PremiumContact 7 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
82%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
86%
Best: Firestone Roadhawk 2 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
84%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
85%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
98%
Best in category: Continental PremiumContact 7 (96.4%)
Dry Performance
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
88%
Falken
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Dry Braking
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
93%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
81%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Best: Continental PremiumContact 7 (99.0%)
Dry Handling
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
85%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
83%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
90%
Best: Continental PremiumContact 7 (100.0%)
Dry Lane Change
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
93%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
100%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
93%
Best in category: Continental PremiumContact 7 (97.3%)
Comfort & Noise
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
71%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
76%
Falken
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
Maxxis Premitra HP5
71%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Noise Exterior
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
78%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
78%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
68%
Best: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 (95.0%)
Ride Comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
64%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
73%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
73%
Best: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 (91.0%)
Best in category: Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 (95.0%)
Economy
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
59%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
64%
Falken
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
Maxxis Premitra HP5
50%
Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Rolling Resistance
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
64%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
59%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
54%
Best: Bridgestone Turanza 6 (98.0%)
Mileage
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
53%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
69%
Maxxis Premitra HP5
46%
Best: Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 (100.0%)
Best in category: Bridgestone Turanza 6 (98.0%)

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