Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP51 vs. Starfire W200 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Starfire). Generally, Kumho winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Starfire (0%). But when it comes to comparing Kumho WinterCraft WP51 and Starfire W200, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP51 was done in 2015, compared to 2016 when was the Starfire W200 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2016 205/55 R16 test, where both the WinterCraft WP51 and the W200 were tested. We also know where WinterCraft WP51 is made - Korea.