Pirelli vs Goodyear - Tyre Comparison

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Pirelli

Power is Nothing Without Control

4.5(6,234 reviews)
VS
Score
2-5
WINNER
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Goodyear

More Driven

4.4(9,876 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Goodyear wins this comparison with better scores in 5 out of 7 categories. Goodyear excels in durability, comfort, noise level. However, Pirelli is better for wet grip and dry grip.

Company Snapshot

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Pirelli

Est. 1872

Headquarters

Milan, Italy

Global Rank

#5

Employees

31,000+

Price Range

Premium

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Goodyear

Est. 1898

Headquarters

Akron, Ohio, USA

Global Rank

#3

Employees

72,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Goodyear wins
Pirelli82
88Goodyear

Wet Grip

Pirelli wins
Pirelli91
89Goodyear

Dry Grip

Pirelli wins
Pirelli95
88Goodyear

Comfort

Goodyear wins
Pirelli84
86Goodyear

Noise Level

Goodyear wins
Pirelli80
84Goodyear

Fuel Efficiency

Goodyear wins
Pirelli83
85Goodyear

Value for Money

Goodyear wins
Pirelli75
85Goodyear

Pros & Cons

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Pirelli

Pros

  • Exceptional dry grip and handling
  • F1 pedigree and motorsport heritage
  • Premium fitment for luxury brands
  • Stylish sidewall designs
  • Excellent steering response

Cons

  • Shorter tread life than competitors
  • Premium pricing
  • Can be harsh on rough roads
  • Noisier than touring-focused brands
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Goodyear

Pros

  • Good value for money
  • Wide availability and dealer network
  • Strong all-season performance
  • Innovative technologies like Run-Flat
  • Good warranty coverage

Cons

  • Not class-leading in any single category
  • Some models can be noisy
  • Tread life varies by model

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Pirelli if...

  • You prioritize sports cars
  • You prioritize performance driving
  • You prioritize luxury vehicles
  • You prioritize track days
  • You prioritize style-conscious buyers
Price Range: $$$ (Premium)

Choose Goodyear if...

  • You prioritize all-season driving
  • You prioritize american-made preference
  • You prioritize trucks and suvs
  • You prioritize value seekers
  • You prioritize run-flat needs
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)