In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Maxxis). Generally, Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Maxxis (67%). The first tyre test of Falken ZIEX ZE320 was done in 2025, compared to 2020 when was the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the ZIEX ZE320 and the Victra Sport 5 were tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the ZIEX ZE320 is made in Turkey and Victra Sport 5 is made in China.