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1. Continental SportContact 7 Premium2. Falken Azenis FK520 Upper-middle
Comparison: Falken Azenis FK520 vs. Continental SportContact 7
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If you are looking for the perfect UUHP summer tyre, you might want to consider either the Falken Azenis FK520 or the Continental SportContact 7. Both these products have impressive ratings and a range of unique features which might be beneficial for you.
Designed by Falken, the Azenis FK520 is made in Turkey and is scored at 72% in our ratings. Known for its excellent performance on both dry and wet roads, this tyre is also recognised for its long lifespan, minimal wear and tear, and low fuel consumption. However, its performance regarding comfort on a dry surface, aquaplaning and wet handling could use some improvement. Despite those drawbacks, the tyre's impressive performance in longitudinal aquaplaning and the handling in dry conditions make it a good option for drivers looking for stability and durability.
On the other hand, the Continental SportContact 7 was manufactured in CZ; SK; PT and has a perfect score of 100% in our website rating. This tyre is known for its immense dry grip, superb comfort, and impressively quick steering. The Continental SportContact 7 is lauded for excellent performance in the dry with the shortest dry braking, impressive handling in the wet, and excellent noise and comfort levels. However, the tyre has average aquaplaning performance. Despite this, it still maintains its position at the front in overall results proving to be another fantastic option for drivers. Its best features as stated in test results are Dry braking and Comfort.
In mutual tests, the SportContact 7 decidedly takes the lead, consistently landing the top spot across multiple trials such as ADAC, SportAuto, Automotorsport, Autobild, Autozeitung and Gute-Fahrt, while the Azenis FK520 hovers around 6th, 7th and 8th place. Despite this, the Falken Azenis FK520 still manages to impress with its ability to handle dry conditions and its performance in longitudinal aquaplaning.
Both of these tyres are very impressive in their own ways, however, if the performance on wet roads is a necessity, consider the Continental SportContact 7. If you favour stability and longevity, Falken Azenis FK520 might be your best bet. It's important to remember that both models have been replaced by newer tyres which can be found here.
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1. Falken Azenis FK520 Highly recommended2. Continental SportContact 7 Outstanding
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2. Falken Azenis FK520 Good -
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Recommended | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,5 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | 2,4 | 2,4 | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Good | 2,4 | 1,5 | |||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | |||||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good - | |||||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | |||||||
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