Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 has a better rating of 88% compared to 87% of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72). The first tyre test of Bridgestone Turanza T005 was done in 2018, compared to 2025 when was the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Bridgestone Turanza T005 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Turanza T005 is made - Hungary/Poland/France/Italy.