Segment
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Upper-middle2. Giti Sport S1 Lowcost
Comparison: Giti Sport S1 vs. Falken Azenis FK510
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Let's dive into a comparison review of two well-known tyres - the Giti Sport S1 and Falken Azenis FK510. Based on customer reviews and testing data, this overview aims to help decide which tyre outperforms in different conditions.
Giti Sport S1
Manufactured in China, the Giti Sport S1 is a summer UHP tyre that has made its mark in the industry. Test data from different sources underline its strengths in terms of dry handling and dry lane changing, mentioned notably in the AutoMotorSport test where it secured an impressive 11th place out of a total of 22 tyres. Moreover, it fared well in terms of exterior noise reduction in tests conducted by Automotorsport and Autozeitung. However, it fails to dominate in wet road conditions. Albeit performing well in exterior noise reduction tests, the tyre struggled to achieve a top position. There's no replacement model for the Giti Sport S1 as of now.
Falken Azenis FK510
Manufactured by Falken, the Azenis FK510 stands out for its performance on wet roads, excelling in wet braking and wet safety based on the Automotorsport test. It additionally scores high in interior noise reduction and rolls resistance tests. On a grand scale of 50 total tyres, the FK510 secured a noteworthy 15th place in the Autobild test. The tyre also did quite well in the Autozeitung test, with its wet circle cornering coming out as another standout feature. The Falken Azenis FK510 has been succeeded by a newer model - the Falken Azenis FK520 .
Head to Head Comparison
Summarizing the comparison data, both tyres have their own unique strengths. However, if one has to choose the overall winner, all signs point to the Falken Azenis FK510. This tyre offers robust performance in various conditions, consistently outperforming the Giti Sport S1 in almost all the mutual test positions. Its performance enhancements can be further appreciated in the FK520, the newer and improved version of this model.
In conclusion, while the Giti Sport S1 may be a viable option for drivers who prioritize dry conditions handling, the Falken Azenis FK510 excels across multiple categories, particularly on wet roads.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
2. Giti Sport S1 22.
Average position in tests
2. Giti Sport S1 11.5
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Exemplary2. Giti Sport S1 Sufficient
Worst rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Recommended2. Giti Sport S1 Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
2. Giti Sport S1 73%
Wet braking
2. Giti Sport S1 58%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
2. Giti Sport S1 72%
Wet handling
2. Giti Sport S1 67%
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry handling
1. Giti Sport S1 93%
Dry braking
2. Giti Sport S1 72%
Dry lane changing
1. Giti Sport S1 80%
Dry steering response
1. Giti Sport S1 80%
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
1. Giti Sport S1 97%
Comfort
1. Giti Sport S1 78%
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Falken Azenis FK510 69 dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
1. Giti Sport S1 75%
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Comfort | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Giti Sport S1 Rating: Sufficient | 5,5 | 8,1 | 7 | 9 | 8 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Good | 6,7 | 7,6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Giti Sport S1 | 35,5 | 32,9 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 36 | 30,7 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,8 | 9,3 | 10 | |||
| Giti Sport S1 | 7,2 | 6,3 | 7,6 | 10 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 8,5 | 9,2 | 7,5 | 8,6 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 280 | 149 | 131 | ||||
| Giti Sport S1 | 215 | 96 | 119 | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 256 | 133 | 123 | ||||
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