Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Rotalla Setula W Race S330 appear in 20 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 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 94/100, based on 19 tests.
How the Rotalla Setula W Race S330 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 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Rotalla Setula W Race S330 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 Rotalla Setula W Race S330's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | Rotalla Setula W Race S330 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | UHP | UHP |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 19 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #11 |
| Avg rank | 5.0 | 35.8 |
| Latest test | 2026 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | 94.2 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Rotalla Setula W Race S330
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | Rotalla Setula W Race S330 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 4.5 8612 | Avg rank 44.0 | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 3.8 498 | No data | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 5.3 644 | No data | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 6.0 15 | No data | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 6.3 22 | No data | Michelin Pilot Sport 5 |
💧 Wet: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to 44.0 for the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
☀️ Dry: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wins this category with an average rank of 3.8, compared to no data for the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wins this category with an average rank of 5.3, compared to no data for the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
📏 Mileage: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wins this category with an average rank of 6.0, compared to no data for the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
🔋 Efficiency: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs Rotalla Setula W Race S330
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 wins this category with an average rank of 6.3, compared to no data for the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Michelin Pilot Sport 5 or Rotalla Setula W Race S330?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 ranks higher on average than the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Rotalla Setula W Race S330 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 ranks better than the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 shows better mileage performance than the Rotalla Setula W Race S330.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 appears in 19 independent tests, Rotalla Setula W Race S330 in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
