Hankook vs JK Tyre - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
6-0
Quick Verdict
Hankook wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Hankook excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, JK Tyre is better for .
Company Snapshot
Hankook
Est. 1941
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#7
Employees
22,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
JK Tyre
Est. 1977
Headquarters
New Delhi, India
Global Rank
#21
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Hankook winsHankook86
85JK Tyre
Wet Grip
Hankook winsHankook85
82JK Tyre
Dry Grip
Hankook winsHankook86
82JK Tyre
Comfort
Hankook winsHankook84
81JK Tyre
Noise Level
Hankook winsHankook82
78JK Tyre
Fuel Efficiency
Hankook winsHankook87
84JK Tyre
Value for Money
Hankook92
92JK Tyre
Pros & Cons
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
JK Tyre
Pros
- Pioneered radial technology in India
- Excellent commercial vehicle tyres
- Very competitive pricing
- Strong motorsport heritage (JK Racing)
- Pan-India dealer network
- Good rural road performance
Cons
- Premium passenger segment limited
- Brand perception vs MRF/Apollo
- Noise on highway driving
- Limited international market
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 JK Tyre if...
- You prioritize commercial vehicles
- You prioritize trucks and buses
- You prioritize budget buyers
- You prioritize rural india driving
- You prioritize two-wheelers
Price Range: $ (Budget)