Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and Imperial Ecodriver 5 appear in 21 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 Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 20 tests.
How the Imperial Ecodriver 5 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
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 Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and Imperial Ecodriver 5 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 prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Imperial Ecodriver 5's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Imperial Ecodriver 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 20 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #22 |
| Avg rank | 7.5 | 27.7 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2021 |
| Tire Lab Score | 87.1 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Imperial Ecodriver 5
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Imperial Ecodriver 5 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.3 137 | Avg rank 33.0 | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.2 122 | Avg rank 23.0 | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 8.1 412 | No data | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 11.5 | No data | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 2.6 914 | No data | Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 6.3, compared to 33.0 for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
☀️ Dry: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 7.2, compared to 23.0 for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 8.1, compared to no data for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
📏 Mileage: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 11.5, compared to no data for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
🔋 Efficiency: Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Imperial Ecodriver 5
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun wins this category with an average rank of 2.6, compared to no data for the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun or Imperial Ecodriver 5?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun ranks higher on average than the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun averages a better dry-braking rank than the Imperial Ecodriver 5 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun ranks better than the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun shows better mileage performance than the Imperial Ecodriver 5.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun appears in 20 independent tests, Imperial Ecodriver 5 in 1, 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 →
