| Model | Ecsta PA31 | Potenza RE040 |
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| Brand | Kumho | Bridgestone |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 59.4% | 65.3%  |
| Overall Dry | 71.7% | 74.3% |
| Corner Stability | 69% | 70% |
| Dry Traction | 78% | 79% |
| Steering Response | 67.5% | 74% |
| Overall Wet | 71% | 58% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 78% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 71% | 58% |
| Snow performance | 66% | No data |
| Light Snow | 74% | No data |
| Heavy Snow | 65% | No data |
| Ice | 60% | No data |
| Overall Comfort | 69.5% | 57% |
| Ride Comfort | 78% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 75% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 58.5% | 65% |
| Buy again | 60% | 54% |
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