Hankook vs Kumho - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
6-1
Quick Verdict
Hankook wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Hankook excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Kumho is better for value for money.
Company Snapshot
Hankook
Est. 1941
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#7
Employees
22,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Hankook winsHankook86
82Kumho
Wet Grip
Hankook winsHankook85
83Kumho
Dry Grip
Hankook winsHankook86
82Kumho
Comfort
Hankook winsHankook84
81Kumho
Noise Level
Hankook winsHankook82
79Kumho
Fuel Efficiency
Hankook winsHankook87
84Kumho
Value for Money
Kumho winsHankook92
93Kumho
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
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 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 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)