Pirelli vs Goodyear - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
2-5
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
Pirelli
Est. 1872
Headquarters
Milan, Italy
Global Rank
#5
Employees
31,000+
Price Range
Premium
Goodyear
Est. 1898
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#3
Employees
72,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Goodyear winsPirelli82
88Goodyear
Wet Grip
Pirelli winsPirelli91
89Goodyear
Dry Grip
Pirelli winsPirelli95
88Goodyear
Comfort
Goodyear winsPirelli84
86Goodyear
Noise Level
Goodyear winsPirelli80
84Goodyear
Fuel Efficiency
Goodyear winsPirelli83
85Goodyear
Value for Money
Goodyear winsPirelli75
85Goodyear
Pros & Cons
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
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)