Looking for a comparison of Michelin Pilot Sport 5 to tyres that are made in similar dimensions? Here you can find detailed information based on tests, reviews and manufacturer's data.
The two tyres under review, Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, are top class products by Michelin and Goodyear respectively.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5, a descendent of the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and 3, is known for its ultra-high performance (UUHP) during summer. Our review gives it an excellent rating of 97% with clear strengths in mileage, wet braking, and aquaplaning performance according to Autobild's test. In Autozeitung's test, it scored a 5th position out of 9 with good performance in wet circle cornering. It also exhibited balanced performance across various conditions offering good steering and a progressive understeer balance, according to TyreReviews.com.
Nonetheless, it seems to have slight weaknesses in aquaplaning behaviour and could benefit from more grip in wet conditions. It's also noted for its premium price, despite its pronounced durability.
On the other hand, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, the successor of Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and 3, is a summer tyre manufactured in Germany. Proclaimed for its ultra-high performance (UHP), it received a perfect rating of 100%. In the Autobild's test, this tyre proudly took the 2nd place out of 50 with best features like comfort, dry handling, mileage, and a favourable price-value ratio. In Ace's test, it scored the 1st position out of 10, demonstrating excellent performance in wet and dry handling, braking, and low exterior noise.
According to the data from TyreReviews.com, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 showed versatile performance, blending safe understeer balance with sporty handling. It is also particularly praised for its high wear resistance. Minimal issues raised was a slightly reduced heat resistance on track. Nevertheless, its versatility combined with affordability makes it top of its class.
Verdict: In direct comparison, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 show excellent performances in their respective segments, each with their strengths and minor weaknesses. While Michelin Pilot Sport 5 excels in durability and wet conditions, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 shines with its versatility, great comfort, and impressive value for money.
1. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Premium3. Bridgestone Turanza 6 Premium4. Vredestein Quatrac Pro Premium5. Firestone Roadhawk 2 Upper-middle6. Falken Azenis FK520 Upper-middle7. Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Upper-middle8. Firestone Firehawk Sport Upper-middle
1. Vredestein Quatrac Pro Exemplary2. Bridgestone Turanza 6 Exemplary3. Falken Azenis FK520 Highly recommended4. Firestone Roadhawk 2 Highly recommended5. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Test winner6. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Test winner7. Firestone Firehawk Sport Very good
3. Firestone Firehawk Sport Satisfactory4. Falken Azenis FK520 Good -5. Vredestein Quatrac Pro Conditionally recommended
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| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 279 | 141 | 139 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | 260 | 132 | 128 | ||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Highly recommended | 279 | 140 | 139 | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: - | 219 | 102 | 117 | ||||
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Rating: - | 228 | 104 | 124 | ||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,5 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Good | 1,9 | 1,9 | |||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Good | 2,2 | 1,8 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | 2,4 | 2,4 | |||||
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Rating: Good | 3,0 | 2,2 | |||||
| Firestone Firehawk Sport Rating: Good | 3,2 | 2,0 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 | 33.5 | 27.7 | |||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | 34.1 | 28.3 | |||||
| Firestone Firehawk Sport | 34.6 | 31.1 | |||||
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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 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Recommended | 60 | 50 | 17 | 6 | |||
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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+ | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | |||||
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | |||||
| Firestone Firehawk Sport Rating: Satisfactory | 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 | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 2- | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Rating: Highly recommended | |||||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 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 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | 63.8 | 27.6 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 60.7 | 27 | |||||
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 | 61 | 26.9 | |||||
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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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