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1. Continental EcoContact 6 Premium2. Vredestein ULTRAC Premium
Comparison: Continental EcoContact 6 vs. Vredestein ULTRAC
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| Dimensions | R13 - R22 | R15 - R21 | |
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In this investigation, we're contrasting two remarkable summer tyres, the Continental EcoContact 6 and the Vredestein ULTRAC. The mainstream continental model replaced the Continental ContiEcoContact 5 and was subsequently superseded by the Continental EcoContact 7. The Vredestein ULTRAC, on the other hand, was employed as first equipment on a BMW 2-series Active Tourer.
The Continental EcoContact 6 stands out for its remarkable exterior noise reduction, rolling resistance, comfort, and interior noise according to various tests. Autobild designated it as the 23rd best tyre out of 51, while Autozeitung ranked it 7th out of 10 tested tyres. Its strengths included fuel efficiency and low wear according to ADAC 2022, but showed a relative weakness in wet aquaplaning situations. The Continental EcoContact 6 was given an overall rating of 68% on our site.
Conversely, the Vredestein ULTRAC tire scored highly for its wet and dry braking along with its interior noise reduction. Despite having a shorter lifespan compared to other tires, its dynamic driving behavior and short braking distances on wet and dry roads stood out according to Autobild 2022. It secured the 4th spot out of 51 tyres tested by AutoBild and the 2nd position out of 10 tyres by AutoZeitung. ADAC 2022 also recognized its brilliant performance on wet and dry roads but noted it had a higher fuel consumption and increased wear. Our site has given the Vredestein ULTRAC an overall rating of 42%.
In conclusion, the Continental EcoContact 6 stands out for its low exterior noise, comfort, low rolling resistance, and fuel efficiency but falls short in aquaplaning situations. The Vredestein ULTRAC, on the other hand, impresses with its dry and wet braking performances and dynamic driving behavior but shows limitations in terms of higher fuel consumption and wear. Depending on the specific driving conditions and preferences, both tyres have their respective strengths and weaknesses, making them suitable for different types of drivers.
Visit the manufacturers' websites for more information about Continental and Vredestein tyres. Always remember to factor in these details when deciding on the best tyres to suit your needs.
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1. Vredestein ULTRAC Highly recommended2. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory2. Vredestein ULTRAC Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Wet circle cornering
Wet handling
Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Dry braking
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(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
2. Vredestein ULTRAC ? dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 3+ | ||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Rating: Satisfactory | 1- | 2 | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 146 | 134 | |||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Good | 101 | 134 | |||||
| Vredestein Ultrac Rating: Highly recommended | 135 | 126 | |||||
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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 | ||
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,6 | 2,4 | 3,0 | 2,5 | 1,8 | ||
| Vredestein Ultrac Rating: Satisfactory | 2,1 | 1,8 | 3,0 | 3,0 | 2,5 | ||
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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 | |||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 36,4 | 32,7 | |||||
| Vredestein Ultrac | 36,1 | 28,2 | |||||
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