Segment
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium2. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle
Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
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When it comes to touring summer tyres, it's important to consider all aspects of performance. Here, we'll be comparing two popular choices: the Michelin Primacy 4 and the Firestone Roadhawk.
The Michelin Primacy 4 is highly rated on our site, with an impressive 89% score. Notably, this model has replaced the older Michelin Primacy 3, and has since been superseded by the Michelin Primacy 4+. In various tests, it ranks consistently high with standout features being its dry braking, wet circle cornering, safety, and mileage. Specifically, in anADAC test, it earned 5th place out of 17 tyres tested. Comments on its performance highlighted the good handling on both dry and wet roads, and relative low wear. Its only negative point was the high price level.
In contrast, the Firestone Roadhawk, which hasn't been replaced by a newer model, has a lower rating of 72%. It excels in dry braking and wet cornering. However, it has been noted to have weaknesses in wet handling and noise level, being the loudest in one ADAC test. Despite this, it handled well on dry roads and also had relatively low wear. In the same test where Michelin placed 5th, the Firestone tyre sat in the last position.
Comparing these two models, the Michelin Primacy 4 generally outranks the Firestone Roadhawk in several tests. Its strengths in mileage and safety, along with performing well on both dry and wet surfaces, makes it a superior choice, provided you don't mind the price premium. However, if noise level is a concern, or you're looking for a budget-friendlier option, the Firestone could be a suitable alternative.
In conclusion, it's all about balancing your priorities. More information on individual models can be found on the manufacturers' pages: Michelin and Firestone.
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Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Michelin Primacy 4 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Recommended2. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet handling
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
Dry driving behavior
Offroad
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Interior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Michelin Primacy 4 68 dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2,5 | 1,7 | 2,8 | 1,5 | 1,4 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory | 2,9 | 2,2 | 3,0 | 2,0 | 2,3 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 1,7 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 1 | 1,7 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2,0 | 1,8 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 2,1 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory | 2,8 | 2,2 | 3,7 | 2,0 | 2,4 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 36,2 | 29,3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 1- | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2+ | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 35,8 | 30,4 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 1,5 | 3,0 | 1,5 | |||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Poor | 4,9 | 2,8 | 3,0 | 2,5 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 264 | 137 | 129 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 247 | 127 | 120 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 121 | 75 | 121 | ||||
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