Falken vs Cooper - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
5-1
Quick Verdict
Falken wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Falken excels in wet grip, dry grip, comfort. However, Cooper is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Falken
Est. 1983
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Global Rank
#9
Employees
Part of Sumitomo (39,000+ total)
Price Range
Mid-Range
Cooper
Est. 1914
Headquarters
Findlay, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#12
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Falken84
84Cooper
Wet Grip
Falken winsFalken86
82Cooper
Dry Grip
Falken winsFalken88
83Cooper
Comfort
Falken winsFalken83
82Cooper
Noise Level
Falken winsFalken81
80Cooper
Fuel Efficiency
Falken winsFalken83
82Cooper
Value for Money
Cooper winsFalken90
94Cooper
Pros & Cons
Falken
Pros
- Great performance for the price
- Strong motorsport heritage
- Good wet and dry grip
- Popular with enthusiasts
- Excellent all-season options
Cons
- Not as refined as premium brands
- Brand perception still growing
- Noise levels can be higher
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 Falken if...
- You prioritize performance value seekers
- You prioritize sports car owners
- You prioritize all-season performance
- You prioritize enthusiast drivers
- You prioritize drifting community
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)
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)