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1. Viking Protech NewGen Lowcost2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Lowcost
Comparison: Viking Protech NewGen vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3
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Comparing the Viking Protech NewGen and the Semperit Speed-Life 3 tyres based on their individual performance and testing results, we can determine their strengths, weaknesses, and overall efficacy.
The Viking Protech NewGen, manufactured by Viking, is a summer tyre with an overall rating of 28%. Comparatively, the Semperit Speed-Life 3, made by Semperit, also a summer tyre, outperforms the Viking tyre with a 47% rating. In Autobild's test of 53 total tyres, the Viking Protech held the 36th position while the Semperit Speed-Life reached the 12th position, making it the superior choice. Similarly, in ADAC's comparison of 17 tyres, the Viking tyre sat at 16th place while Semperit, again, outperformed at 10th place.
The Viking Protech NewGen's primary strength lies in its fuel efficiency, as recognized in ADAC tests. However, it is notably weak on both dry and wet roads – a significant disadvantage for a summer tyre. Autobild summarises: "Gute Umweltbilanz und Laufleistung, effizient und leicht.", but mentions its weaknesses: "Nicht ausgewogen, Schwächen auf trockener und nasser Fahrbahn." indicating major room for improvement both on dry and wet surfaces.
On the other hand, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 excels in wet braking conditions. In ADAC tests, it also demonstrated a remarkable mileage. According to Autobild 2022's summary, while it performs well on wet roads and offers good mileage and efficiency, it does show a few limitations. Semperit's Speed-Life 3 is described as "Gut auf nasser Fahrbahn, effizient, noch gute Laufleistung", while its drawbacks include: "Nicht ganz ausgewogen, Schwächen auf trockner Fahrbahn und bei der Umweltbilanz", suggesting a shortfall in dry conditions and environmental impact.
It's important to note, however, that despite some of their downfalls, both tyres haven't been replaced by newer models, indicating both manufacturers still trust these products.
In conclusion, if your primary concern is wet braking and mileage, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 would be your best bet. But if fuel efficiency is your key deciding factor, the Viking Protech NewGen could be a viable option, just be prepared for potential shortcomings in dry and wet conditions.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
1. Semperit Speed-Life 3 17.772. Viking Protech NewGen 32.17
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
2. Viking Protech NewGen Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Viking ProTech NewGen | 37.6 | 33.5 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37.4 | 31.2 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Viking Protech NewGen Rating: Good | 2,5 | 3,4 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Good | 2,6 | 2,8 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Viking ProTech NewGen | 70.4 | 31.3 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 71.2 | 31.3 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Viking Protech NewGen | 39,8 | 33,4 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 40 | 33,1 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Viking ProTech NewGen | 38,1 | 36,1 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37,7 | 30,0 | |||||
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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 | |||
| Viking Protech NewGen Rating: Satisfactory | 3,5 | 3,3 | 3,0 | 2,0 | |||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,0 | 2,9 | 2,9 | 1,5 | |||
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