| Model | Winter Sottozero Serie II | Alpin 5 |
| Tread pattern photos |  |
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| Brand | Pirelli | Michelin |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 81% | 87.4%  |
| Overall Dry | 87% | 84% |
| Corner Stability | 86% | 79% |
| Dry Traction | 87% | 86% |
| Steering Response | 87% | 87% |
| Overall Wet | 89% | 95% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 89% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 90% | 95% |
| Snow performance | 81% | 90% |
| Light Snow | 87% | No data |
| Heavy Snow | 79% | No data |
| Ice | 78% | 80% |
| Overall Comfort | 88% | 91% |
| Ride Comfort | 90% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 85% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 84% | 88% |
| Buy again | No data | 91% |
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