Comparison: Barum Bravuris 5 HM vs. Michelin Primacy 4
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When comparing two tyres, we often weigh their performance, overall rating, and positions in independent tests. In this case, we're taking a look at the Barum Bravuris 5 HM and the Michelin Primacy 4 to help determine which might be more suitable for your needs.
The Barum Bravuris 5 HM is a summer tyre which hasn't been replaced by a more recent model. In terms of our own assessment, it scored a bit low with a rating at 39%. In the ADAC and Autobild tests, it took the 15th position out of 17 tyres and the 29th out of 53 tyres respectively. These performance metrics suggest that there might be other tyres that offer better reliability and performance. Learn more about this model at Barum's official site.
On the other hand, the Michelin Primacy 4 stands out with an impressive rating of 82%. Manufactured in multiple countries (ES, DE, PL), this summer tyre was marked as superior in terms of dry handling, comfort, safety, and mileage. In the ADAC and Autobild tests, it secured the 5th position which indicates its high performance. What's more, it has a newer model, Michelin Primacy 4+, that has replaced it. Despite being of the touring subtype and having marginal weaknesses on wet surfaces, the Primacy 4 continues to be a strong contender among summer tyres. To know more, visit Michelin's official site.
In conclusion, between the two, the Michelin Primacy 4 appears to outshine the Barum Bravuris 5 HM in terms of both our proprietary rating and positions in independent tests. Despite this, drivers should choose their tyres according to their specific needs and conditions as each model has its own unique strengths and weaknesses.
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(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
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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 | ||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM Rating: Satisfactory | 3,1 | 2,8 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,2 | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | 2,5 | 1,7 | 2,8 | 1,5 | 1,4 | ||
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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 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 40 | 33,3 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 36,2 | 29,3 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 39,0 | 33,6 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 35,8 | 30,4 | |||||
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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 | |||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM Rating: Satisfactory | 3,3 | 2,5 | 2,9 | 2,5 | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 1,5 | 3,0 | 1,5 | |||
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