Kumho vs Hankook - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
1-6
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
Kumho
Est. 1960
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#13
Employees
10,000+
Price Range
Budget
Hankook
Est. 1941
Headquarters
Seoul, South Korea
Global Rank
#7
Employees
22,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Hankook winsKumho82
86Hankook
Wet Grip
Hankook winsKumho83
85Hankook
Dry Grip
Hankook winsKumho82
86Hankook
Comfort
Hankook winsKumho81
84Hankook
Noise Level
Hankook winsKumho79
82Hankook
Fuel Efficiency
Hankook winsKumho84
87Hankook
Value for Money
Kumho winsKumho93
92Hankook
Pros & Cons
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
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
Which Should You Choose?
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)
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)