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1. Falken Azenis FK520 Upper-middle2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: Falken Azenis FK520 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71
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In this comparison, we will be exploring two summer tyres, the Falken Azenis FK520 and the Kumho Ecsta PS71. Both of these tyres are renowned in the tyre industry for their performance and grip, making this an exciting comparison.
The Falken Azenis FK520, supplied by Falken, has a rating of 82% in our tests. This Ultra Ultra High Performance (UUHP) tyre, made in Turkey, promises compelling dry performance and short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces. However, it shows some limitations in wet lateral accrement. This is the successor to the much-loved Falken Azenis FK510.
On the other hand, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 from Kumho received a rating of 77% in our tests. It delivers a balanced, high-performance capability with impressive handling and braking qualities on both dry and wet roads, coming at a fair price. However, it has been noted to be a bit noisy during rides.
When it comes to mutual tests positions, the Kumho Ecsta PS71 outperformed the Falken Azenis FK520 in the ACE test, finishing 7th versus the Falken's 9th position out of 10 tyres. The Kumho tyre also showed excellent performance against aquaplaning. On the other hand, in the AutoBild test out of 50 tyres, the Falken did better with 8th position while the Kumho reached the 12th position. It is safe to say, therefore, that each tyre shines in different conditions.
If you're looking for a tyre that performs great in dry conditions and shorter braking distances, the Falken Azenis FK520 would be an excellent choice. However, if a balance between performance, handling qualities, and aquaplaning safety are your priorities, and you don’t mind a slightly louder ride, you should consider the Kumho Ecsta PS71.
Ultimately, your choice between the two boils down to your specific driving conditions, and requirements from a performance tyre.
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2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 9.33
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended2. Falken Azenis FK520 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK520 Good -2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | vítěz testu | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Recommended | doporučeno | 60 | 50 | 17 | 6 | ||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Highly recommended | velmi doporučeno | 67 | 47 | 18 | 3 | ||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | vynikající | 2+ | 1- | 1 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2- | 2+ | 2 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Good | dobré | 2 | 2- | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 60.7 | 27 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 61.7 | 26.6 | |||||
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