Segment
1. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Premium2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
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Comparing two popular summer tyres, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, shows both strengths and weaknesses for each. Here, we provide a detailed review and mutually compare their positions in various tyre tests.
Firstly, let's review the Kumho Ecsta PS71 tyre. This model by Kumho held 7th and 12th place in ACE and Autobild tests respectively. Its strongest feature, according to ACE test was related to Aquaplaning, particularly providing efficient longitudal water displacement. The testing experts from Autobild 2023 pointed out the balanced performance, good handling, and short braking distances on both dry and wet surfaces. Nevertheless, the tyre got criticized for slightly increased noise level. Overall, our rating for the Ecsta PS71 is 77%.
Moving on to the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 tyre. In the same test environments, this model by Pirelli exhibited top performance, attaining 5th and 3rd place in ACE and Autobild tests respectively. During these tests, Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 especially excelled in wet handling - objective, dry handling, wet braking, and wet circle cornering. According to Autobild 2023, the tyre presented exceptional driving dynamics, and short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces. However, it slightly fell short in terms of mileage performance and practicality due to its high price. Our rating for the PZERO PZ4 is 93%.
In summary, if you're looking for a tyre with excellent wet and dry performance, and your budget allows, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 is highly recommended. On the other hand, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 offers a balanced performance and handling at a more competitive price. However, the overall winner in testing and performance remains the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4.
It's important to note that neither of the tyres have been replaced by a newer model, and both continue to maintain their position in the market.
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Number of tests
Best position in test
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2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 9.33
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended2. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Recommended2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Offroad
(Overall rating)Comfort
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Outside noise accoring to EU label
2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 ? dB
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Highly recommended | 67 | 47 | 18 | 3 | |||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Highly recommended | 65 | 51 | 17 | 6 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Good | 2 | 2- | 2- | ||||
| Pirelli P Zero PZ4 Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 61.7 | 26.6 | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 58.9 | 24.9 | |||||
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