Comparison: Toyo Observe S944 vs. Dunlop Winter Sport 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Toyo) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Dunlop). Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally, Dunlop winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Toyo (71%). In this particular case, the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 has a better rating of 86% compared to 67% of the Toyo Observe S944. The first tyre test of Toyo Observe S944 was done in 2020, compared to 2015 when was the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Observe S944 and the Winter Sport 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Observe S944 is made - Japan.