Segment
1. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Premium2. Falken Azenis FK520 Upper-middle
Comparison: Falken Azenis FK520 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
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The Falken Azenis FK520 has some notable strengths making it a solid choice for a summer, ultra-high-performance tyre. Made in Turkey and rated at 82% by our team, Falken is known for creating reliable tyres. In comparison tests involving up to 50 tyres, the FK520's overall positions were fair. Particularly, its strong points have been highlighted in comfort and its performance during longitudinal aquaplaning, where it earned positive marks. Despite these advantages, the FK520 has received criticism for its indifferent balance on wet surfaces and less dynamic cornering.
On the other hand, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 stands as a tough competitor. Rated at 88% by our team, its performance stands out, particularly in summer conditions. During mutual tests, the PZ4 secured spots as high as 3rd place out of 50 tested tyres. Renowned for dry steering response, wet handling, and dry handling, the PZ4 is often praised for its immediate steering response and high grip. However, it falls short in terms of wet braking and higher rolling resistance.
For Falken, the Azenis FK520 builds on predecessor models like the Falken Azenis FK510. Despite the range of improvements FK520 has brought to the driving experience, certain critiques have been consistent. In comparison tests against the likes of the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, the Falken Azenis FK520 has fallen slightly behind in rankings. It however comes out on top in terms of comfort and its performance under aquaplaning conditions.
Yet, for those seeking superb driving dynamics, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 appears to outshine the Falken tyre. Its superior cornering, braking, and handling performance in both dry and wet conditions suggest the PZ4 as the slightly more accomplished tyre. Regardless, its premium feel does come with a premium price tag and a slightly lower lifespan. It should also be noted, though, that Pirelli has not established a replacing model for the P ZERO PZ4, suggesting confidence in its current offering.
In conclusion, while both tyres earn respect in their rights, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 tends to edge out in overall test positions. The Falken Azenis FK520, meanwhile, is lauded for its superior comfort and aquaplaning performance, even though it lags slightly behind in overall performance levels.
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Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Highly recommended2. Falken Azenis FK520 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Recommended2. Falken Azenis FK520 Good -
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Dry lane changing
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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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 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Highly recommended | velmi doporučeno | 65 | 51 | 17 | 6 | ||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | dobré | ||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Very good | velmi dobré | ||||||
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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 | |||
| Pirelli P Zero PZ4 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 1- | 2+ | 3 | |||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | vynikající | 2+ | 1- | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | dobré | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Pirelli P Zero PZ4 Rating: Outstanding | vynikající | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Highly recommended | velmi doporučeno | ||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Highly recommended | velmi doporučeno | ||||||
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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 | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 58.9 | 24.9 | |||||
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| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good - | dobré - | ||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Very good - | velmi dobré - | ||||||
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