Cooper vs Kumho - Tyre Comparison

WINNER
Cooper logo

Cooper

The Tire for the Real World

4.1(4,567 reviews)
VS
Score
5-2
Kumho logo

Kumho

Driving Tomorrow

4.0(4,123 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Cooper wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Cooper excels in durability, dry grip, comfort. However, Kumho is better for wet grip and fuel efficiency.

Company Snapshot

Cooper logo

Cooper

Est. 1914

Headquarters

Findlay, Ohio, USA

Global Rank

#12

Employees

10,000+

Price Range

Budget

Kumho logo

Kumho

Est. 1960

Headquarters

Seoul, South Korea

Global Rank

#13

Employees

10,000+

Price Range

Budget

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Cooper wins
Cooper84
82Kumho

Wet Grip

Kumho wins
Cooper82
83Kumho

Dry Grip

Cooper wins
Cooper83
82Kumho

Comfort

Cooper wins
Cooper82
81Kumho

Noise Level

Cooper wins
Cooper80
79Kumho

Fuel Efficiency

Kumho wins
Cooper82
84Kumho

Value for Money

Cooper wins
Cooper94
93Kumho

Pros & Cons

Cooper logo

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
Kumho logo

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 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 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)