| Model | WinterContact TS 860 S | X-Ice Xi3 |
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| Brand | Continental | Michelin |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Winter Ultra High Performance tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 93.8%  | 85% |
| Overall Dry | 93.3% | 85% |
| Corner Stability | 93% | 83% |
| Dry Traction | 93% | 87% |
| Steering Response | 94% | 84% |
| Overall Wet | 91% | 88% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 70% | 88% |
| Wet Traction | 91% | 88% |
| Snow performance | 98% | 88% |
| Light Snow | 51% | 92% |
| Heavy Snow | 41% | 86% |
| Ice | 86% | 87% |
| Overall Comfort | 98% | 89% |
| Ride Comfort | 73% | 91% |
| Overall Noise | 71% | 87% |
| Wear (tread life) | 94% | 90% |
| Buy again | 97% | No data |
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