Comparison: Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs. Kumho PorTran CW51 (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%). The first tyre test of Bridgestone Turanza T005 was done in 2018, compared to 2019 when was the Kumho PorTran CW51 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Bridgestone Turanza T005 has A wet grip rating, whereas 67% of Kumho PorTran CW51 has C rating. We also know where Turanza T005 is made - Hungary/Poland/France/Italy.