Goodyear vs Pirelli - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
5-2
Quick Verdict
Goodyear wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Goodyear excels in durability, comfort, noise level. However, Pirelli is better for wet grip and dry grip.
Company Snapshot
Goodyear
Est. 1898
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#3
Employees
72,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Pirelli
Est. 1872
Headquarters
Milan, Italy
Global Rank
#5
Employees
31,000+
Price Range
Premium
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Goodyear winsGoodyear88
82Pirelli
Wet Grip
Pirelli winsGoodyear89
91Pirelli
Dry Grip
Pirelli winsGoodyear88
95Pirelli
Comfort
Goodyear winsGoodyear86
84Pirelli
Noise Level
Goodyear winsGoodyear84
80Pirelli
Fuel Efficiency
Goodyear winsGoodyear85
83Pirelli
Value for Money
Goodyear winsGoodyear85
75Pirelli
Pros & Cons
Goodyear
Pros
- Good value for money
- Wide availability and dealer network
- Strong all-season performance
- Innovative technologies like Run-Flat
- Good warranty coverage
Cons
- Not class-leading in any single category
- Some models can be noisy
- Tread life varies by model
Pirelli
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and handling
- F1 pedigree and motorsport heritage
- Premium fitment for luxury brands
- Stylish sidewall designs
- Excellent steering response
Cons
- Shorter tread life than competitors
- Premium pricing
- Can be harsh on rough roads
- Noisier than touring-focused brands
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Goodyear if...
- You prioritize all-season driving
- You prioritize american-made preference
- You prioritize trucks and suvs
- You prioritize value seekers
- You prioritize run-flat needs
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)
Choose Pirelli if...
- You prioritize sports cars
- You prioritize performance driving
- You prioritize luxury vehicles
- You prioritize track days
- You prioritize style-conscious buyers
Price Range: $$$ (Premium)