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Comparison: Toyo Observe S944 vs. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5

2 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Toyo (58%). In this particular case, the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 has a better rating of 100% compared to 51% of the Toyo Observe S944. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Observe S944 and the PILOT ALPIN 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Observe S944 is made in Japan and PILOT ALPIN 5 is made in France.

Test Profile

Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Number of tests
11
21
Best position
#6
#1
Average position
14.8
1.7
Latest test
2023
2025
Available sizes
66
133

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Toyo Observe S944
60%
Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
73%
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Wet Braking
Toyo Observe S944
55%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
68%
Wet Handling
Toyo Observe S944
52%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
81%
Wet Circle Cornering
Toyo Observe S944
53%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
79%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Toyo Observe S944
70%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
70%
Aquaplaning Cross
Toyo Observe S944
69%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
69%
Dry Performance
Toyo Observe S944
77%
Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
89%
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Dry Braking
Toyo Observe S944
70%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
87%
Dry Handling
Toyo Observe S944
83%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
90%
Snow Performance
Toyo Observe S944
68%
Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
92%
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Snow Braking
Toyo Observe S944
74%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
93%
Snow Traction
Toyo Observe S944
76%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
94%
Snow Handling
Toyo Observe S944
65%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
88%
Snow Circle Cornering
Toyo Observe S944
58%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
92%
Comfort & Noise
Toyo Observe S944
77%
Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
82%
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Noise Exterior
Toyo Observe S944
76%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
94%
Ride Comfort
Toyo Observe S944
78%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
69%
Economy
Toyo Observe S944
85%
Toyo
Observe S944
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
86%
Michelin
PILOT ALPIN 5
Rolling Resistance
Toyo Observe S944
78%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
87%
Mileage
Toyo Observe S944
92%
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5
84%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Winter
2023225/45 R18View
AutobildAutobild
Winter
2020225/40 R18View

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