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1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Premium2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Lowcost
Comparison: Maxxis Victra Sport 5 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4
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In this comparison, we will look at two popular summer tyres, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 and the Michelin Pilot Sport 4. Both tyres are renowned for their performance, but we will delve into their strengths and weaknesses based on test results from various sources.
The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is a high-quality tyre manufactured in China, with an overall rating of 83% on our website. The Victra Sport 5 has no previous models and has not been replaced by a newer tyre.
On the other hand, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is a successor to the Pilot Sport 3, and it has recently been replaced by the Michelin Pilot Sport 5. Manufactured in Spain and Germany, the Pilot Sport 4 has an impressive 94% rating on our website.
Test Results Comparison:
In the Autobild test, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ranked 20th out of 50 tyres, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 took the top spot, excelling in numerous features such as aquaplaning, comfort, and dry braking.
The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 received positive feedback for its balanced performance on wet and dry surfaces and good aquaplaning properties in the 2020 Autobild test. However, it was noted that the tyre had a delayed response on dry surfaces. In the 2022 AutoMotorSport test, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ranked 5th out of 11 tyres, performing well in wet handling and wet side guide.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 was praised in the 2022 Autobild test for its high-performance potential, dynamic dry handling, optimal aquaplaning reserves, precise steering response, and low rolling resistance but at a high price.
In the same AutoMotorSport test, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ranked 2nd, showcasing its strengths in dry steering response, aquaplaning, dry braking, dry handling, and wet handling. The tyre received positive feedback for its great performance on dry surfaces but was criticized for its narrow wet handling limit.
In the Autozeitung test, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ranked 7th out of 10 tyres, whereas the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ranked 4th and performed best in dry braking.
Lastly, in the ADAC test, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ranked 4th out of 16 tyres, excelling in aquaplaning, mileage, noise, and wet-circle cornering. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 ranked 2nd and performed best in dry braking and mileage.
Verdict:
Overall, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 has the upper hand in most tests, particularly excelling in dry performance and wet handling tests. The tyre's major weakness is its high price, but its quality and performance justify the investment.
The Maxxis Victra Sport 5, on the other hand, is a reliable option at a more affordable price point, offering good performance in wet and dry conditions. Its key weakness lies in its slightly delayed response on dry surfaces, but it still provides a decent balance of features and performance.
Ultimately, both tyres are great options, but the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 stands out for its overall performance and capabilities. However, for budget-conscious consumers, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 can be a suitable alternative.
For more information on these tyres and their manufacturers, visit Maxxis and Michelin on our website.
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1. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Highly recommended2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Conditionally recommended
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry handling
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Wet
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Aquaplaning - cross
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 2+ | 1- | ||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Good | dobré | 2- | 2 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2 | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | vynikající | 9,0 | 9,7 | 9,4 | |||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 7,0 | 7,6 | 7,6 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Good | dobré | 7,2 | 8,3 | 8,3 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 | 83 | 75 | 91 | ||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Highly recommended | 87 | velmi doporučeno | 83 | 92 | |||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Comfort | |
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| Best values in test | velmi dobré | 9,4 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Good | dobré | 7,8 | 8,5 | 6 | 8 | 8 | |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Very good | velmi dobré | 9,1 | 9,3 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1 | 1- | 1 | |||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Conditionally recommended | podmíněně doporučeno | 2 | 2+ | 3- | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 1- | 1- | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 | 34,8 | 33,4 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 | 32,1 | 29,8 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | |
| Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,2 | 2,0 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,4 | |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,0 | 1,9 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 1,9 | |
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