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1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium2. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Premium
Comparison: Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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| Dimensions | R17 - R22 | R17 - R21 | |
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The Bridgestone Potenza Sport and Michelin Pilot Sport 5 are two high quality summer tyres produced respectively by tyre giants Bridgestone and Michelin.
With a rating of 92%, Bridgestone Potenza Sport is a formidable tyre, excelling in wet conditions. According to TyreReviews.com 2023, it provides impressive grip and a sporty feel, achieving the fastest lap time among tested tyres. Moreover, it features excellent wet braking with low rubber particulate matter, making it an eco-friendly tyre.
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport holds the second position in the Autobild test rank, showing stellar performance in wet conditions and dry braking. The same outstanding performance is reflected in the Autozeitung test, where it secured the second position for safety, dry handling, and wet braking.
However, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport has a high rolling resistance and poor performance in deep water aquaplaning tests. Added to this that concerns have been raised over its longevity, due to considerable wear after just three laps on a demanding circuit. Lastly, it has been found to be the least cost-effective due to its high purchase price.
On the other hand, with a nearly perfect rating of 99%, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 stands out for its long-lasting tread life and consistent performance across different conditions. This tyre's durability, good steering, and balanced understeer make it a strong choice for those seeking a reliable summer tyre.
In tests conducted by Autobild and ACE, the Pilot Sport 5 ranks third, boasting an exceptional cross aquaplaning feature. It also performed well in wet braking and aquaplaning longitudinal tests.
Nevertheless, the Pilot Sport 5 was the most expensive tyre to buy and showed a need for a little more grip in wet conditions. Some may argue that its elevated price is a reflection of its top-tier handling qualities on wet and dry surfaces, and high aquaplaning safety reserves.
In conclusion, while the Bridgestone Potenza Sport provides a sportier feel and impressive grip in wet conditions, there are questions over its longevity and it fails in cost-effectiveness. The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 provides consistent performance and a durable tread, but comes with a higher price tag. The suitable choice will ultimately depend on individual driver requirements and budget.
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1. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Test winner2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good
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(Overall rating)Wet handling
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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Mutual tests
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| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 1 | ||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Highly recommended | 67 | 53 | 15 | 5 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 70 | 50 | 18 | 5 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Test winner | |||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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