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1. Vredestein Ultrac Satin Premium2. Falken Azenis FK510 Upper-middle
Comparison: Falken Azenis FK510 vs. Vredestein Ultrac Satin
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The Falken Azenis FK510 and the Vredestein Ultrac Satin are two summer tyres that deliver unique features and performances. Let's compare these two tyres based on extensive tyre tests conducted by ACE, Automotorsport, and Autobild.
Designed and manufactured in Japan and Turkey respectively, the Falken Azenis FK510 summer tyre is highly rated at 71% and stands out for its excellent dry driving behaviour, dry handling, reduced exterior noise, and superior wet braking and handling abilities. Notably, this model, according to ACE's 11-tyre test, was ranked 1st, an indication of its high performance. Furthermore, it was ranked 5th by Automotorsport out of 10 tyres and 3rd out of 52 tyres by Autobild. This model has a successor, the Falken Azenis FK520 , which builds on its strengths while addressing its few shortcomings.
The Vredestein Ultrac Satin, a product of Hungary, is appreciated for its dry driving behaviour and dry handling. Despite not having a rating on our site, it held its own in the tests. It acquired the 11th spot in ACE's test, 8th position in Automotorsport's survey of 10 tyres and was ranked 12th out of 52 tyres by Autobild. These results might be seen as mediocre compared to the FK510, but they still indicate reliable performance under normal driving conditions. Currently, there's no newer model available to replace Ultrac Satin.
All things considered, the Falken Azenis FK510 seems to be a better choice overall, dominating several categories in the tests, and leading in rankings. It has been noted to outperform the Vredestein Ultrac Satin in wet conditions and noise levels, without sacrificing dry performance. The Vredestein Ultrac Satin, however, still holds its own as a solid summer tyre with proficient performance especially in dry conditions.
Both tyres exhibit their unique strengths and weaknesses. Depending on the specific needs and priorities of the driver - be it noise levels, wet handling, or dry driving behaviour - both these tyres could serve as excellent choices.
Lastly, for more options in these brands, you can explore other Falken summer tyres and Vredestein summer tyres.
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Best rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Exemplary2. Vredestein Ultrac Satin Highly recommended
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1. Falken Azenis FK510 Recommended2. Vredestein Ultrac Satin Still recommended
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1. Falken Azenis FK510 69 dB
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 150 | 55 | 39 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 150 | 66 | 46 | 16 | 9 | ||
| Vredestein Ultrac Satin Rating: Recommended | 134 | 57 | 43 | 15 | 8 | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | ||||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 8,0 | ||||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Satin Rating: Still recommended | 7,7 | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Satin Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2- | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 34,6 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 35,5 | 34,8 | |||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Satin | 36,2 | 37,5 | |||||
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