Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Avon ZZS and Rotalla RU01 S Pace appear in 8 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Avon ZZS performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Rotalla RU01 S Pace performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 7 tests.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Avon ZZS and Rotalla RU01 S Pace are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Avon ZZS's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Avon ZZS | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 7 |
| Best rank | #18 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 29.7 | 16.0 |
| Latest test | 2020 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 87.2 |
Tire Lab Score
Avon ZZS
Rotalla RU01 S Pace
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Avon ZZS | Rotalla RU01 S Pace | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 31.0 | Avg rank 17.2 11 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 33.0 | Avg rank 17.5 1 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 9.2 1 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 10.0 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 2.5 11 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 17.2, compared to 31.0 for the Avon ZZS.
☀️ Dry: Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 17.5, compared to 33.0 for the Avon ZZS.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 9.2, compared to no data for the Avon ZZS.
📏 Mileage: Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 10.0, compared to no data for the Avon ZZS.
🔋 Efficiency: Avon ZZS vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 2.5, compared to no data for the Avon ZZS.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Avon ZZS or Rotalla RU01 S Pace?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Rotalla RU01 S Pace ranks higher on average than the Avon ZZS.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace averages a better dry-braking rank than the Avon ZZS across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Rotalla RU01 S Pace ranks better than the Avon ZZS.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Rotalla RU01 S Pace shows better mileage performance than the Avon ZZS.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Avon ZZS appears in 1 independent tests, Rotalla RU01 S Pace in 7, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →