Falken vs Kumho - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
5-2
Quick Verdict
Falken wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Falken excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Kumho is better for fuel efficiency and 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
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Falken winsFalken84
82Kumho
Wet Grip
Falken winsFalken86
83Kumho
Dry Grip
Falken winsFalken88
82Kumho
Comfort
Falken winsFalken83
81Kumho
Noise Level
Falken winsFalken81
79Kumho
Fuel Efficiency
Kumho winsFalken83
84Kumho
Value for Money
Kumho winsFalken90
93Kumho
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
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 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 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)