Hankook vs Continental - Tyre Comparison

Hankook logo

Hankook

Driving Emotion

4.2(7,890 reviews)
VS
Score
1-6
WINNER
Continental logo

Continental

Technology for Life

4.6(8,543 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Continental wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Continental excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Hankook is better for value for money.

Company Snapshot

Hankook logo

Hankook

Est. 1941

Headquarters

Seoul, South Korea

Global Rank

#7

Employees

22,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

Continental logo

Continental

Est. 1871

Headquarters

Hanover, Germany

Global Rank

#4

Employees

200,000+

Price Range

Premium

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Continental wins
Hankook86
90Continental

Wet Grip

Continental wins
Hankook85
95Continental

Dry Grip

Continental wins
Hankook86
91Continental

Comfort

Continental wins
Hankook84
89Continental

Noise Level

Continental wins
Hankook82
87Continental

Fuel Efficiency

Continental wins
Hankook87
90Continental

Value for Money

Hankook wins
Hankook92
82Continental

Pros & Cons

Hankook logo

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
Continental logo

Continental

Pros

  • Outstanding wet weather grip
  • Excellent braking performance
  • German engineering quality
  • Great for European car OEM replacement
  • Good fuel efficiency ratings

Cons

  • Premium pricing
  • Limited truck/SUV options
  • May wear faster than some competitors

Which Should You Choose?

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)

Choose Continental if...

  • You prioritize european vehicles
  • You prioritize wet climate regions
  • You prioritize safety-focused buyers
  • You prioritize highway driving
  • You prioritize luxury sedans
Price Range: $$$ (Premium)