Kumho Ecsta PS31 VS Nexen N Fera SU1

In a previous blog, we focused on NEXEN VS KUMHO VS PIRELLI. All three are remarkable tire brands. While Nexen and Kumho offer more variety, Pirelli caters to high-end vehicles only. Our article concluded that for UAE drivers, Nexen and Pirelli are the go-to choices. However, Kumho has come a long way since then, improving its quality and product range. Today’s blog post will focus on Kumho and Nexen alone. To be more specific, this blog post is all about two tires, one from each brand.

Kumho & Nexen – Brief History

You will find everything there is to know about the two brands in the article mentioned above. However, you feel a bit lazy and do not feel like opening the link, no worries because we will give you a brief overview here.

Nexen is a South Korean tire manufacturer that has been in this business for almost 80 years now. Over the years, it has steadily increased its product range and market share. Today, you can easily find Nexen products at any reliable tire shop anywhere in the world. Many people are unaware that Nexen is a combination of two words – next and century. It indicates that Nexen is trying to become a leading tire company and preferred choice for car owners worldwide.

Kumho is also based in South Korea and is a direct competitor to Nexen. The two are fighting for market share in their home country and other markets. What makes Kumho highly popular is that it is an original equipment tire manufacturer for vehicles in South Korea and other countries. The company caters to a wide range of vehicle types.

Overall, both companies are worth the money. Now, let us focus on their products.

Kumho Ecsta PS31 vs Nexen N Fera SU1

There is a lot in common in both these products. For instance, they are explicitly made for sporty coupes, sedans, and CUVs. They not only enhance their visual appearance but their performance and safety features as well. Other than this, they are considered ultra-high-performance summer tires. As areas like the UAE do not experience extreme winter temperatures, both are perfect for UAE conditions.

Standout Features

What we like the most about them is their handling. Both tires are highly responsive, and when it comes to high-speed cornering, they have few competitors. You might think that this is all, but that is not the case. Many car owners complain or fear hydroplaning when driving their high-end vehicles in the rain. They think that the fault is in the car, or the tires are worn out.

However, the real problem is the tyres. Not all tyres come with anti-hydroplaning features or are at least as good as these two. The 4 Wide longitudinal grooves on the N Fera SU1 enable quick water dispersion, removing the possibility of losing grip on wet surfaces. The hydroplaning lateral grooves further improve their grip and performance on wet roads.

On the other hand, the Ecsta PS31 is no slouch either. It comes with High Grip Resin, responsible for its exceptional grip. The optimized lateral groove and four circumferential grooves quickly remove water away from the tread, meaning that you do not have to worry about aquaplaning. Overall, both tyres are perfect. On top of it all, they are incredibly durable, meaning that you get your money's worth.

Wrap Up

You might be wondering which one should you buy? Both are the top tires in the sporty coupes, sedans, and CUV category. The only way you can differentiate them is on price. The N Fera SU1 is cheaper than the Excsta PS31. But the price increases considerably if you opt for a larger size. If you are low on budget, you can buy the N Fera. However, if the price is not an issue, you can buy the PS31. In either case, you will not feel the difference as both are top-quality.