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Comparison: Toyo Observe S944 vs. Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5

Toyo Observe S944Upper-middle
ToyoToyo

Observe S944

5.1
R14 – R20
VS
Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5Premium
MichelinMichelin

PILOT ALPIN 5

10.0
R16 – R22
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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
135

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Toyo Observe S944
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 3 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

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

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