In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Kumho). Generally,
Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than
Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 85% compared to 74% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho Ecsta HS52 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 86% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (75%) of the Kumho Ecsta HS52 also have A wet ratings.
