Comparison: Viking Protech NewGen vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from (Viking) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Viking (32%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 94% compared to 32% of the Viking Protech NewGen. The first tyre test of Viking Protech NewGen was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Protech NewGen and the Cinturato (C3) were tested.