Segment
1. Michelin Primacy 4+ Premium2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Premium
Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Continental PremiumContact 7
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The Michelin Primacy 4+ and Continental PremiumContact 7 are two touring summer tyres that offer varying performances on the road, according to numerous tests. Let’s delve into their strengths, weaknesses, and overall performance.
Replacing the Michelin Primacy 4 and Michelin Primacy 3, the Michelin Primacy 4+ is appreciated for its comfort and rolling resistance. It has been tested positively for its Dry handling but recorded longer braking distances on a wet surface according to Automotorsport. Impressively, it frequently secured positions in the top half during various tests, with its best performance recorded in the ACE tests where it ranked third out of ten tyres.
On the other hand, the Continental PremiumContact 7, replacing the Continental PremiumContact 6 and Continental ContiPremiumContact 5, scored surprisingly high ratings. Continental's tyre excelled in nearly all tests - from wet and dry handling to braking. It has been praised for its excellent performance under various conditions, according to ACE, Automotorsport, and Autobild. In particular, ACE recommended it for its strong Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet braking, and Wet handling.
When the two tyres are placed head-to-head, the Continental PremiumContact 7 outshines the Michelin Primacy 4+ significantly, securing the first position in mutual tests by Vibilagare, ACE, Automotorsport, Autobild, and Autozeitung.
In conclusion, while the Michelin Primacy 4+ is a competent tyre, offering reliable performance, the Continental PremiumContact 7 emerges as an outstanding performer in several tests. It showcases superior grip, excellent handling abilities, and reliable braking performance, particularly on wet roads. Although some tests had pointed out its ‘average aquaplaning resistance’ and ‘increased external noise,’ the Continental PremiumContact 7 still managed to showcase a remarkable overall performance.
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1. Michelin Primacy 4+ Highly recommended2. Continental PremiumContact 7 Test winner
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Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet handling
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Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Dry braking
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(Overall rating)Exterior noise
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Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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Mutual tests
| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 87 | ||||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 75 | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 87 | ||||||
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| Name | Points total | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 214 | velmi doporučeno | 47 | 92 | 13 | 5 | |
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Highly recommended | 204 | velmi doporučeno | 65 | 116 | 17 | 6 | |
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Highly recommended | 214 | velmi doporučeno | 71 | 123 | 15 | 5 | |
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| Best values in test | vítěz testu | ||||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Good | dobré | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | vítěz testu | ||||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2 | 2+ | 2 | 2 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | ||
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| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | ||||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | ||||||
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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 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 36,3 | 27,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,6 | 1,7 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Good | dobré | 1,7 | 2,2 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,6 | 1,7 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ | 102,6 | 103,9 | 101,4 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 | 104,7 | 106 | 103,3 | ||||
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| Best values in test | vítěz testu | 1 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4+ Rating: Highly recommended | vysoce doporučeno | 1 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 7 Rating: Test winner | vítěz testu | 1 | |||||
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