89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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User signal (40%)
90/100
2,402 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season vs Kumho Ecsta PA51 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
91/100
108 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better comfort, dry and wet. Pick the Kumho Ecsta PA51 if snow matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 69 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | 98 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 94 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 85 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 58 |
| SimpleTire owners | 87 | 98 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Ecsta PA51 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 74 |
| Tire Rack owners | 68 | 63 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 59 | 60 |
| SimpleTire owners | 76 | 88 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 42
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 23 |
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 93 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 92 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 89 | 96 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ecsta PA51 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 84 | 79 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | 94 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle Sport All-Season leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Eagle Sport All-Season | Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 75 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 92 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season | Kumho Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 82 |
| Dry | 95 | 79 |
| Wet | 92 | 86 |
| Snow | 68 | 76 |
| Comfort | 92 | 50 |
| Noise | 92 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 89 | 90 |
| Handling | 96 | 91 |
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Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season is widely regarded as a capable, value-oriented tire that excels in dry handling and steering responsiveness. While many users appreciate its durability and performance in moderate conditions, it receives mixed feedback regarding road noise and winter capability, with a significant portion of users noting that it is not a true replacement for dedicated winter tires.
Pros
- Strong dry pavement grip and cornering stability
- Responsive steering and predictable handling
- Good tread life and durability for the price point
- Effective rim protection ridge on the sidewall
- High value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Significant road noise that often increases as the tire wears
- Mediocre to poor performance in deep snow and ice
- Inconsistent wet traction, with some reports of hydroplaning
- Stiff ride quality that can feel harsh over road imperfections
- Reports of tread chunking or peeling under aggressive use
Observations
- EV owners report a noticeable decrease in range due to rolling resistance, though some appreciate the 'acoustic' foam versions for cabin quietness.
- Users with performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Civic Si, BMW 3-Series) praise the steering response but often find the tire noisy compared to dedicated summer or touring options.
- Owners of heavier SUVs and trucks generally report good tread longevity but note that the tire's stiff sidewalls can transmit more road vibration than expected.
The Kumho Ecsta PA51 is widely regarded as a high-value, ultra-high-performance all-season tire that delivers impressive dry grip and ride comfort at a competitive price point. While the vast majority of users report satisfaction with its handling and noise levels, a small minority of drivers find its wet-weather performance and noise characteristics lacking compared to premium-tier alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Strong dry pavement traction and cornering grip
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Attractive sidewall aesthetics
- Consistent, even tread wear over long-term use
Cons
- Inconsistent performance in heavy rain or standing water
- Some reports of increased road noise over time
- Limited availability in certain niche sizes
- Occasional traction loss under hard acceleration
Observations
- Users with performance-oriented sedans (e.g., Acura TL, Infiniti G35x) report that the tire effectively manages power delivery and provides a significant upgrade over worn OEM tires.
- Owners of daily drivers and SUVs frequently praise the tire's longevity and comfort, noting it performs well for suburban and highway commuting.
- Some users noted that while the tire is excellent for general use, it may not meet the extreme performance expectations of high-horsepower sports cars compared to top-tier dedicated performance tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season | B · Kumho Ecsta PA51 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Ultra High Performance All Season tire | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 57 | 13 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 22″ | 16″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | 10.5/32″ |
| UTQG | 560 A A | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 45,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Goodyear
82
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season — better comfort, dry and wet. Pick the Kumho Ecsta PA51 if snow matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 95 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Kumho Ecsta PA51 scores 76 vs 68 on snow.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season scores 92 vs 86 on wet.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta PA51
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.