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1. Michelin Primacy 4 Premium2. Continental EcoContact 6 Premium
Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Continental EcoContact 6
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Let's dive into a comparison between two acclaimed tyres: the Michelin Primacy 4 and the Continental EcoContact 6. Both are summer tyres widely recognized for their performance and quality.
Firstly, the Michelin Primacy 4, which earned an impressive 89% on our rating scale, distinguishes itself in the category of touring tyres. Manufactured in Spain, Germany, and Poland, this model was a successor to the Michelin Primacy 3 and has subsequently been replaced by the Michelin Primacy 4+. Performance-wise, it excelled in different tests, ranking first in the ADAC test and eighth in the Autobild test, both out of numerous competitors.
The Michelin Primacy 4 boasts impressive handling in dry conditions, superior comfort, and braking stability. Its other strong features include excellent aquaplaning reserves and high mileage. The only noted downside is its high price point. You can learn more about Michelin tyres here.
On the flip side, the Continental EcoContact 6, a German-made tyre, earned a rating of 63%. As a direct replacement for the Continental ContiEcoContact 5, the EcoContact 6 has now been superseded by the Continental EcoContact 7. This tyre had mixed rankings in the tests - it secured 23rd place in the Autobild contest out of 51 participants, but only managed seventh in the Autozeitung test out of 10 runners.
It has a solid reputation for low exterior noise, rolling resistance, and comfort, backed by short dry-braking distances and excellent mileage. However, it falls short in terms of aquaplaning reserves, wet-braking distances, and steering response. The manufacturer of this tyre, Continental, can be found here.
In conclusion, the Michelin Primacy 4 tends to outperform the Continental EcoContact 6 in several key performance areas despite its higher cost. However, each tyre has its unique strengths, making the choice largely dependent on personal preference and specific requirements.
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1. Michelin Primacy 4 Highly recommended2. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory
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1. Michelin Primacy 4 Recommended2. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking
Wet handling
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1. Michelin Primacy 4 68 dB
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | |||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2 | 1- | 1- | |||
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2- | 2 | 3+ | |||
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| Best values in test | velmi doporučeno | 146 | 134 | ||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Highly recommended | velmi doporučeno | 125 | 133 | ||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Good | dobré | 101 | 134 | ||||
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| 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 | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,0 | 1,8 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 2,1 | |
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,6 | 2,4 | 3,0 | 2,5 | 1,8 | |
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 36,2 | 29,3 | |||||
| Continental EcoContact 6 | 36,4 | 32,7 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | doporučeno | 2,2 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 1,0 | 1,2 | |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Rating: Recommended | doporučeno | 2,2 | 2,0 | 2,3 | 1,0 | 2,0 | |
| Continental EcoContact 6 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,3 | 1,0 | 1,2 | |
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