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1. Continental PremiumContact 7 Premium2. Bridgestone Turanza 6 Premium
Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 7 vs. Bridgestone Turanza 6
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The Continental PremiumContact 7 and the Bridgestone Turanza 6 are both top tier summer tyres made by Continental and Bridgestone respectively. Although both tyres are tailored for summer use, a batch of distinct features sets them apart in performance and efficiency.
The Continental PremiumContact 7 boasts an impressive 100% rating from our site, and has consistently outperformed the Bridgestone Turanza 6 in several tests. Made in France, Slovakia, Germany, and the Czech Republic, this summer tyre has a history of high-performing predecessors including the Continental PremiumContact 6 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5.
The performance of the Continental PremiumContact 7 may be a factor tying it to its consistently high ranking in most tests. It dominates in dry handling, dry braking, wet braking and wet handling–all crucial in giving drivers a comfortable and secure driving experience.
In contrast, the Bridgestone Turanza 6, while being a decent tyre, has performed somewhat lower with an 87% rating. It hasn’t recorded any exceptional features in most tests other than rolling resistance. Despite this, it does impress in dry handling and dry objective handling situations, showcasing an inherent quality of the Bridgestone tyres.
Both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses. The Continental PremiumContact 7 offers superior dry and wet handling, performing well in comfort and safety aspects. Although it does have a slightly louder rolling noise and higher energy consumption due to rolling resistance.
The Bridgestone Turanza 6 on the other hand, provides good aquaplaning resistance and braking characteristics on wet surfaces. Mimicking the dynamic nature of sports tyres on dry roads, it remains easy to handle. However, it does underperform in traction and has reduced grip while cornering in wet conditions.
Overall, while the Continental PremiumContact 7 outshines Bridgestone Turanza 6 in a variety of tests and situations, both tyres present themselves as solid choices for anyone looking for reliable summer tyres. Still, the marginally higher performance of the Continental PremiumContact 7 makes it a better overall choice and offers drivers the added benefits of comfort and safety.
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1. Bridgestone Turanza 6 Exemplary2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Test winner
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Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 214 | 47 | 92 | 13 | 5 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Highly recommended | 214 | 71 | 123 | 15 | 5 | ||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 Rating: Recommended | 194 | 61 | 110 | 18 | 5 | ||
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| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 Rating: Recommended for economical driving | |||||||
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| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | 36,9 | 27,9 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Good | 2,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,2 | 2,8 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 Rating: Good | 2- | 2 | 2- | ||||
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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 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 59 | 25.3 | |||||
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | 63.8 | 27.6 | |||||
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