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1. Pirelli P ZERO Premium2. Falken Azenis FK510 Upper-middle
Comparison: Pirelli P ZERO vs. Falken Azenis FK510
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Today, we are comparing two renowned tyres perfect for summer; the Pirelli P ZERO and the Falken Azenis FK510. These tyres are acknowledged globally and manufactured by leading tyre manufacturers Pirelli and Falken.
The Pirelli P ZERO is made in Italy and garnered a rating of 61% from our experts. In various tests such as AutoMotorSport and AutoBild, the tyre ranked 4th out of 11 and 53 tyres respectively. These tests highlighted its notable wet side guidance and dry handling. During the ADAC test, with a total of 16 tyres, the Pirelli P ZERO was placed 12th. It was praised for its dry braking, dry driving behavior, and wet circle cornering amongst other features. However, in the Automotorsport test, the tyre scored an impressive 2nd spot, performing well in both dry and wet conditions. It was also placed 4th in the GTÜ test.
On the other hand, the Falken Azenis FK510, produced in Japan and Turkey, made a strong impression with a high rating of 74% from our team. It has now been replaced by Falken Azenis FK520. In the AutoMotorSport test, the Falken Azenis FK510 ranked 8th, showing decent performance. Its strengths lie in its exterior noise, price to value ratio, and rolling resistance, as highlighted in the AutoBild test where it ranked 6th out of 53 tyres. In the ADAC test, it easily surpassed the Pirelli P ZERO by securing an 8th position. Its feature of high mileage performance made it stand out amongst others. The tyre also excelled in the ACE test, securing first place.
Overall, the Falken Azenis FK510 outperforms the Pirelli P ZERO both in terms of our rating and its positions in the tests. The Falken Azenis FK510 demonstrates outstanding performance in a variety of metrics such as exterior noise, dry handling, and wet braking proving its versatility.
However, depending on your specific needs, the Pirelli P ZERO may have aspects that appeal to you more. It performed exceptionally well in terms of dry and wet handling, braking, and its wet side guidance. It always stayed within the top ranks in several tests.
In conclusion, both tyres offer unique strengths. While the Falken Azenis FK510 provides a better overall performance, the Pirelli P ZERO caters to specific requirements with impressive features. Consider your individual needs while deciding, and make sure to take a look at the new Falken Azenis FK520.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. Pirelli P ZERO 6.06
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Falken Azenis FK510 Exemplary2. Pirelli P ZERO Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Pirelli P ZERO Good2. Falken Azenis FK510 Recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Dry steering response
Dry driving behavior
Dry lane changing
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Falken Azenis FK510 69 dB
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Comfort | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Very good | 8,2 | 8,5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Good | 6,7 | 7,6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO | 34,8 | 34,6 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 36 | 30,7 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Satisfactory | 1,8 | 1,3 | 2,9 | 3,0 | 2,7 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,4 | 2,9 | 3,0 | 2,0 | 2,0 | ||
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| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Good + | |||||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Good | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 1 | 1 | ||||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Good | 1- | 2+ | 3+ | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO | 35,1 | 28,9 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 36 | 29 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | 9,8 | 9,3 | 10 | |||
| Pirelli P ZERO | 8,3 | 8,5 | 8,6 | 5,9 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 8,5 | 9,2 | 7,5 | 8,6 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 150 | 55 | 39 | 14 | 7 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Recommended | 141 | 58 | 50 | 16 | 8 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 150 | 66 | 46 | 16 | 9 | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,4 | ||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Recommended | 8,8 | ||||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 8,0 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Pirelli P ZERO Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2+ | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK510 Rating: Recommended | 2+ | 2 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 278 | 146 | 143 | 25 | 10 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO | 263 | 133 | 130 | 13 | 9 | ||
| Falken Azenis FK510 | 244 | 114 | 130 | 16 | 10 | ||
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