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Comparison: GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4

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Summary
Wet
Dry
Costs
Mutual tests
Dimensions and prices
Buy %

#	GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 /46%	Michelin Pilot Sport 4 /80%

Dimensions	R17 - R22	R16 - R21
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When it comes to high-performance summer tyres, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 are two popular choices, both providing compelling performance on both wet and dry roads. In this comparison, we will evaluate their strengths and weaknesses based on various tyre tests and provide a verdict on their overall performance.

The GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is a successor to the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3, featuring the same 94% rating in our reviews. Manufactured in Slovenia and Germany, it is a summer tyre suitable for a wide range of vehicle types. Meanwhile, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 replaces the Michelin Pilot Sport 3, with a likewise 94% rating and manufacturing bases in Spain and Germany. Both tyres have now been succeeded by newer models, with the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Michelin Pilot Sport 5 now available.

In mutual tyre tests, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 demonstrated strong performance, securing 1st place in both Autozeitung and AutoMotorSport tests out of ten and eleven tyres tested, respectively. Excellent aquaplaning resistance and wet braking qualities were some of the tyre's highlighted strengths. On the other hand, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 attained 4th and 2nd positions in the same tests, highlighting its dry braking capabilities and performances in various wet handling tests.

In the extensive Autobild test involving 53 tyre models, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 once again claimed 1st place, with its price-value ratio, wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, and mileage earning commendations. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 achieved a commendable 2nd place, showcasing strengths in aquaplaning resistance, dry braking and wet handling. The ADAC test saw the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 placed 3rd, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 secured 2nd place, both achieving recognition for their impressive mileage and dry braking performance.

After examining test results from various sources, it is evident that both the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 deliver exceptional performance, with strengths in wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, and mileage. While the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 holds a slight edge in overall test positioning, both models offer strong handling and braking performances, showcasing their respective manufacturers' commitment to excellence. Visit Goodyear and Michelin for more information on their summer tyre offerings.

Segment

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Premium

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Premium

Number of sizes available

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 164

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 159

Number of tests

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 19x

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 15x

Best position in test

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 1.

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 1.

Worst position in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 6.

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 7.

Average position in tests

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 2.11

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 2.33

Year of the last test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 2022

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 2022

Best rating in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Exemplary

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Highly recommended

Worst rating in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Good

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Good

Wet

(Overall rating)

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

87%

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

86%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 94%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 85%

Aquaplaning - cross

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 90%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 87%

Wet braking

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 88%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 87%

Wet handling

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 89%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 88%

Wet circle cornering

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 79%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 74%

Wet side guide

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 84%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 80%

Wet braking according to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 A

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 A

Dry

(Overall rating)

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

90%

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

88%

Dry braking

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 95%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 93%

Dry handling

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 93%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 87%

Dry lane changing

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 91%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 91%

Offroad

(Overall rating)

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

92%

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

0%

Comfort

(Overall rating)

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

77%

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

74%

Exterior noise

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 74%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 68%

Comfort

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 86%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 81%

Outside noise accoring to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 70 dB

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 71 dB

Costs

(Overall rating)

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

81%

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

74%

Rolling resistance

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 66%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 67%

Mileage

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 94%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 84%

Price/value

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 76%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 56%

Fuel consumption according to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 C

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 C

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Mutual tests

Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2021 225/40 R18

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry
Best values in test	92	93	93
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Test winner	92	93	92
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Highly recommended	87	83	92
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AutoMotorSport Summer tyre test 2020 225/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise	Comfort
Best values in test	9,4	9,3	10	10	10
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Very good	9,4	9,2	6	10	10
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Very good	9,1	9,3	7	8	9
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	1	1-	1
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Exemplary	1-	2+	1
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary	1-	1-	2-
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	32,1	28,7
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5	33,2	30,8
Michelin Pilot Sport 4	32,1	29,8
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ADAC Summer tyre test 2020 225/40 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1,7	1,3	2,8	2,0	1,6
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Good	2,3	1,7	3,1	2,0	1,9
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Good	2,0	1,9	2,9	2,0	1,9
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