| Model | Potenza S-04 Pole Position | Ecsta PA51 |
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| Brand | Bridgestone | Kumho |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 78%  | 70% |
| Overall Dry | 91% | 83.3% |
| Corner Stability | 90% | 80% |
| Dry Traction | 93% | 90% |
| Steering Response | 89% | 80% |
| Overall Wet | 88% | 60% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 87% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 88% | 60% |
| Snow performance | No data | 60% |
| Overall Comfort | 84% | 60% |
| Ride Comfort | 85% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 83% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 71% | No data |
| Buy again | No data | 60% |
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