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1. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Premium
Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 5 vs. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Let's dive into one of the powerhouse match-ups of high-performance summer tyres: the Michelin Pilot Sport 5, from the renowned Michelin, and the fierce competitor, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, manufactured by Goodyear. Both tyres have rich histories and come as successors to the popular Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, respectively.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 carries on the legacy of its predecessors, with a focus on durability, consistent performance, and eco-impact. This tyre stood out in term of tread life, steering, and progressive understeer balance. However, it's worth noting that it came across as the most expensive both in initial costs and, as per the tests, could benefit from improved grip in wet conditions.
Meanwhile, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 didn't come at a short stick. Marked for its versatility, it encompasses a mix of safe understeer balance, sporty handling and fast performance, making it a well-rounded choice for many. It shone in the wet braking test, offering great comfort and low wear. On the downside, it seems to lack the heat resistance offered by its predecessor especially on track.
Test results reveal how close these competitors stand. In ACE's comparison, the Goodyear tyre lived up to its Asymmetric title, coming in 1st, beating the Michelin one, positioned at 3rd. AutoBild's test had Goodyear at a high 2nd position, with Michelin trailing a few places behind in 6th. These results reveal that both these tyres offer excellent performance, though Goodyear’s tyre managed to edge out in most.
Both tyres are splendid choices with amazing attributes, yet each brings along a few drawbacks. You'd opt for the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 if tread life and steering matter to you. Whereas, if you're more for versatility, sporty handling and comfortable wet braking, then go for the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6. Whatever your needs, both of these offer incredible value and are the top of their game.
Although these brilliant models will soon be replaced, their significant impact and exceptional performance will certainly continue in the next generation of summer tyres.
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1. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Test winner2. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Test winner
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Mutual tests
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 1 | ||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 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 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 70 | 50 | 18 | 5 | |||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Test winner | 70 | 54 | 18 | 7 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | 1- | ||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
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| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 60.1 | 26 | |||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | 58.6 | 25.4 | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Test winner | 1 | ||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Test winner | 1 | ||||||
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