Kumho Ecsta V730 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 Kumho Ecsta V730 and Rotalla RU01 S Pace appear in 8 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 Kumho Ecsta V730 performs. It takes the win in dry. 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, 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 Kumho Ecsta V730 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 prioritise dry
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prioritise mileage
Test profile
| Metric | Kumho Ecsta V730 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 7 |
| Best rank | #3 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 4.5 | 16.0 |
| Latest test | 2021 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 87.2 |
Tire Lab Score
Kumho Ecsta V730
Rotalla RU01 S Pace
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Kumho Ecsta V730 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | No data | Avg rank 17.2 11 | Rotalla RU01 S Pace |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 3.0 1 | Avg rank 17.5 1 | Kumho Ecsta V730 |
| 🔇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 |
💧 Wet: Kumho Ecsta V730 vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Rotalla RU01 S Pace wins this category with an average rank of 17.2, compared to no data for the Kumho Ecsta V730.
☀️ Dry: Kumho Ecsta V730 vs Rotalla RU01 S Pace
The Kumho Ecsta V730 wins this category with an average rank of 3.0, compared to 17.5 for the Rotalla RU01 S Pace.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Kumho Ecsta V730 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 Kumho Ecsta V730.
📏 Mileage: Kumho Ecsta V730 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 Kumho Ecsta V730.
🔋 Efficiency: Kumho Ecsta V730 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 Kumho Ecsta V730.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Kumho Ecsta V730 or Rotalla RU01 S Pace?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Rotalla RU01 S Pace ranks higher on average than the Kumho Ecsta V730.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Kumho Ecsta V730 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Rotalla RU01 S Pace 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 Kumho Ecsta V730.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Rotalla RU01 S Pace shows better mileage performance than the Kumho Ecsta V730.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Kumho Ecsta V730 appears in 1 independent tests, Rotalla RU01 S Pace in 7.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
