In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin). Generally,
Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than
Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 has a better rating of 91% compared to 85% of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5). The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Michelin CrossClimate 2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 86% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Michelin CrossClimate 2 has B rating.
