Continental vs Cooper - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
6-1
Quick Verdict
Continental wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Continental excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Cooper is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Continental
Est. 1871
Headquarters
Hanover, Germany
Global Rank
#4
Employees
200,000+
Price Range
Premium
Cooper
Est. 1914
Headquarters
Findlay, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#12
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Continental winsContinental90
84Cooper
Wet Grip
Continental winsContinental95
82Cooper
Dry Grip
Continental winsContinental91
83Cooper
Comfort
Continental winsContinental89
82Cooper
Noise Level
Continental winsContinental87
80Cooper
Fuel Efficiency
Continental winsContinental90
82Cooper
Value for Money
Cooper winsContinental82
94Cooper
Pros & Cons
Continental
Pros
- Outstanding wet weather grip
- Excellent braking performance
- German engineering quality
- Great for European car OEM replacement
- Good fuel efficiency ratings
Cons
- Premium pricing
- Limited truck/SUV options
- May wear faster than some competitors
Cooper
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Strong in truck/SUV segment
- Good off-road capabilities
- Made in USA options
- Solid warranty
Cons
- Less refined than premium brands
- Limited performance options
- Noise levels can be higher
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Continental if...
- You prioritize european vehicles
- You prioritize wet climate regions
- You prioritize safety-focused buyers
- You prioritize highway driving
- You prioritize luxury sedans
Price Range: $$$ (Premium)
Choose Cooper if...
- You prioritize budget buyers
- You prioritize trucks and suvs
- You prioritize off-road use
- You prioritize american-made preference
- You prioritize value seekers
Price Range: $ (Budget)