Continental vs Kumho - 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, Kumho is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Continental
Est. 1871
Headquarters
Hanover, Germany
Global Rank
#4
Employees
200,000+
Price Range
Premium
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Continental winsContinental90
82Kumho
Wet Grip
Continental winsContinental95
83Kumho
Dry Grip
Continental winsContinental91
82Kumho
Comfort
Continental winsContinental89
81Kumho
Noise Level
Continental winsContinental87
79Kumho
Fuel Efficiency
Continental winsContinental90
84Kumho
Value for Money
Kumho winsContinental82
93Kumho
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
Kumho
Pros
- Excellent price point
- OEM supplier to major brands
- Good fuel efficiency
- Improving quality
- Strong warranty
Cons
- Not class-leading performance
- Brand perception challenges
- Limited premium options
- Shorter tread life than some
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 Kumho if...
- You prioritize budget buyers
- You prioritize daily commuters
- You prioritize oem replacement
- You prioritize value priority
- You prioritize korean vehicle owners
Price Range: $ (Budget)