Cooper vs Hankook - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
1-6
Quick Verdict
Hankook wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Hankook excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Cooper is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Cooper
Est. 1914
Headquarters
Findlay, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#12
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Hankook
Est. 1941
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#7
Employees
22,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Hankook winsCooper84
86Hankook
Wet Grip
Hankook winsCooper82
85Hankook
Dry Grip
Hankook winsCooper83
86Hankook
Comfort
Hankook winsCooper82
84Hankook
Noise Level
Hankook winsCooper80
82Hankook
Fuel Efficiency
Hankook winsCooper82
87Hankook
Value for Money
Cooper winsCooper94
92Hankook
Pros & Cons
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
Hankook
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good overall performance
- OEM supplier to major automakers
- Improving brand reputation
- Wide availability
Cons
- Not class-leading performance
- Brand perception still improving
- Some premium features lacking
Which Should You Choose?
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)
Choose Hankook if...
- You prioritize budget-conscious buyers
- You prioritize daily commuting
- You prioritize oem replacement
- You prioritize all-season use
- You prioritize fleet vehicles
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)