Segment
1. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Premium2. Kumho Ecsta HS51 Upper-middle
Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS51 vs. Bridgestone Turanza T005
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The following comparison is between two tyre models: the Kumho Ecsta HS51 and the Bridgestone Turanza T005. Both these tyres are optimal variants for summer use and provide their unique sets of features.
The Kumho Ecsta HS51 model scores a rating of 78%. This tyre demonstrates outstanding capabilities in the categories of Aquaplaning - cross and longitudinal, wet handling, wet side guide, and stood out due to its exceptional price/value. Its versatility was highlighted across various tyre tests. In the Autobild contest, it earned a commendable third place out of fifty-three. In the ADAC examination, it clinched tenth place out of twelve, and ninth place in the Autozeitung test out of ten contestants. Please note that the Kumho Ecsta HS51 model has now been replaced by a newer model, the Kumho Ecsta HS52.
On the other hand, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 that is offered by a renowned tyre manufacturer Bridgestone, received a higher rating of 92%. It is a touring subtype and is manufactured across multiple locations such as Hungary, Poland, France, and Italy. It came second in the ADAC testing contest, fifth in the Autozeitung trial, and held a seventh standing in the Autobild testing out of an overall total of fifty-three tyres. This tyre model showed exemplary rolling resistance and dry braking. Its interior noise ratings were also highly regarded during the ADAC tests. To date, there are no newer models that have replaced the Bridgestone Turanza T005.
In conclusion, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 outperforms the Kumho Ecsta HS51 when considering overall ratings and test performance. However, the Kumho Ecsta HS51 displays pronounced strengths in wet conditions and price-value ratio, making it a worthy contender and a superb choice for those prioritizing these parameters. For robust all-around performance, especially impressive dry braking and low noise, Bridgestone Turanza T005 is a commendable choice.
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Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta HS51 Exemplary2. Bridgestone Turanza T005 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
2. Kumho Ecsta HS51 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry driving behavior
Dry handling
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Interior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Fuel efficiency
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Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Kumho Ecsta HS51 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2 | 2 | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS51 | 34,8 | 30,4 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | 35,4 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,8 | 1,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | ||
| Kumho Ecsta HS51 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,2 | 2,6 | 2,8 | 2,0 | ||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,1 | 2,0 | 3,2 | 2,5 | ||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | doporučeno | 2,2 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 1,0 | 1,2 | |
| Kumho Ecsta HS51 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,2 | 3,0 | 2,5 | 2,5 | 2,5 | |
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 Rating: Recommended | doporučeno | 2,3 | 1,9 | 2,6 | 2,0 | 1,4 | |
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 277 | 142 | 135 | ||||
| Kumho Ecsta HS51 | 181 | 73 | 108 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 | 239 | 112 | 127 | ||||
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