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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than
Kumho (63%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 87% compared to 48% of the Pirelli P Zero Winter. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero Winter was done in 2024, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Pirelli P Zero Winter has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has A rating.
