| Model | Potenza RE97AS RFT | Pilot Alpin PA3 |
| Tread pattern photos |  |
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| Brand | Bridgestone | Michelin |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Winter High Performance tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 22% | 86.3%  |
| Overall Dry | 78% | 91.3% |
| Corner Stability | 76% | 90% |
| Dry Traction | 78% | 93% |
| Steering Response | 79% | 91% |
| Overall Wet | 71% | 91% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 74% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 67% | 91% |
| Snow performance | 54% | 70% |
| Light Snow | 63% | No data |
| Heavy Snow | 53% | No data |
| Ice | 47% | 60% |
| Overall Comfort | 60% | 95% |
| Ride Comfort | 61% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 60% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 43% | 92% |
| Buy again | No data | 95% |
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