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2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71
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In this comparison, we will be looking at the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and the Kumho Ecsta PS71 summer tyres. Both tyres have their unique features, and we will be evaluating their strengths and weaknesses based on the provided test results from Autobild and ADAC.
The GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is a successor to the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3, offering an improved performance rate. This tyre has since been replaced by the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6. The Asymmetric 5 received a high rating of 94% on our website and is manufactured in Slovenia and Germany.
On the other hand, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 is a lesser-known tyre with a rating of 79%. Its origin is not specified, and no newer tyre has replaced it as of yet.
Test Results
In the Autobild tests, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 ranked 1st out of 53 tyres, while the Kumho Ecsta PS71 positioned 18th. The Asymmetric 5's strengths in this test were Price/Value, Wet Handling, Aquaplaning - cross, and Mileage. On the other hand, the PS71 did not have any notable best features in this test.
In the ADAC tests, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 continued its impressive performance, ranking 3rd out of 16 tyres, with Mileage as its best feature. Conversely, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 ranked 10th in this test, with its best features being Aquaplaning - Cross and Aquaplaning - Longitudinal.
Verdict
In conclusion, it's evident that the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 surpasses the Kumho Ecsta PS71 in test results, with the former consistently ranking higher and receiving better ratings for its performance features. The Asymmetric 5 is a strong performer in wet conditions, with excellent wet handling and aquaplaning resistance, as well as impressive mileage.
However, that does not mean the Kumho Ecsta PS71 falls far behind. Despite its lower rankings and ratings, this tyre still boasts decent aquaplaning resistance and maintains a good position among the tested tyres.
For more information about these tyres, visit GoodYear's website and Kumho's website, respectively.
Number of sizes available
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Best position in test
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2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 9.33
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Best rating in test
1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Exemplary2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
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Dry handling
Offroad
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Outside noise accoring to EU label
2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 ? dB
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Price/value
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||||
| GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 1 | 2 | 3- | ||||
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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 | |||||
| GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | 33,2 | 30,8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34,9 | 29 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
| GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Good | 2,3 | 1,7 | 3,1 | 2,0 | 1,9 | ||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,3 | 2,4 | 3,3 | 3,0 | 2,0 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
| GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2- | 3- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 | 34,7 | 28,8 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 37,1 | 31,6 | |||||
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