Hankook vs Cooper - Tyre Comparison

WINNER
Hankook logo

Hankook

Driving Emotion

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

Cooper

The Tire for the Real World

4.1(4,567 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Hankook wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Hankook excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Cooper 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

Cooper logo

Cooper

Est. 1914

Headquarters

Findlay, Ohio, USA

Global Rank

#12

Employees

10,000+

Price Range

Budget

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Hankook wins
Hankook86
84Cooper

Wet Grip

Hankook wins
Hankook85
82Cooper

Dry Grip

Hankook wins
Hankook86
83Cooper

Comfort

Hankook wins
Hankook84
82Cooper

Noise Level

Hankook wins
Hankook82
80Cooper

Fuel Efficiency

Hankook wins
Hankook87
82Cooper

Value for Money

Cooper wins
Hankook92
94Cooper

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
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

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 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)