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1. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium2. Fulda EcoControl HP2 Lowcost
Comparison: Fulda EcoControl HP2 vs. Michelin Primacy 4
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Today, we are comparing two popular summer tyres, the Fulda EcoControl HP2 and the Michelin Primacy 4. The Michelin Primacy 4 is a successor to the Michelin Primacy 3 and has an updated version, the Michelin Primacy 4+. On the other hand, the Fulda EcoControl HP2 succeeded Fulda EcoControl HP with no new replacement model as of yet.
Starting with the Fulda EcoControl HP2, from Fulda, our rating of this tyre stands at 71%. It was ranked 14th out of 16 tyres in the ADAC tyre test and 20th out of 53 tyres in the Autobild tyre test. The tyre showed strong performance in aquaplaning - cross tests. Its main strengths lie in its performance in aquaplaning situations where it shows strong resistance to water and maintains good contact with the road.
Next, the Michelin Primacy 4 made by Michelin goes head-to-head against the Fulda EcoControl HP2 with promising results. With an overall rating of 82%, the Michelin Primacy 4 shines in its performance. In the ADAC tyre test, it secured an impressive 3rd position out of 16 tyres, performing particularly well in dry braking and wet circle cornering. Furthermore, it ranked 5th out of 53 tyres in the Autobild tyre test. According to ADAC’s 2022 summary, it shows a ‘very balanced, especially good on dry and wet roads, with relatively low wear’ performance, highlighting no significant weaknesses.
In comparison, it is clear that the Michelin Primacy 4 holds an edge over the Fulda EcoControl HP2. It ranks higher in the tests and shows more robust performance across various road conditions. However, it is important to remember that tyre selection should also consider aspects like personal driving style, local weather conditions and vehicle type. Both tyres perform well in their rights and have proved themselves in the competitive tyre market. While the Fulda EcoControl HP2 excels in aquaplaning - cross situations, Michelin Primacy 4 performs well in a wider range of situations, making it a more versatile option.
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Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
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Average position in tests
2. Fulda EcoControl HP2 12.75
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Michelin Primacy 4 Recommended2. Fulda EcoControl HP2 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Wet handling
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Michelin Primacy 4 68 dB2. Fulda EcoControl HP2 70 dB
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,7 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 1 | 1,7 | |
| Fulda EcoControl HP2 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3,1 | 2,7 | 3,2 | 1,0 | 2,2 | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,0 | 1,8 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 2,1 | |
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Fulda EcoControl HP2 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2- | 2 | 2 | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | dobré | 2 | 2 | 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 | |||||
| Fulda EcoControl HP2 | 36,0 | 33,8 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 35,8 | 30,4 | |||||
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