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1. Petlas Imperium PT515 Lowcost2. Apollo Alnac 4G Lowcost
Comparison: Petlas Imperium PT515 vs. Apollo Alnac 4G
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Our comparison focuses on two popular summer tyres; the Petlas Imperium PT515 and the Apollo Alnac 4G. These are both products from manufacturers Petlas and Apollo, known for their commitment to quality and improved traction in varied climates.
The Turkish made Petlas Imperium PT515 is known for its durability with an impressive rating of 48%. This percentile is a summation of various test results from industry-standard bodies. For instance, in the ADAC test, it was positioned 14 out of 15, a lower comparative performance. However, the model's strength lies in its high mileage and low wear as attested by Autobild 2022's report. The same test, however, showed that the tyre has predominant weaknesses on both wet and dry pavement and a noteworthy drawback in sustainability.
Contrasting with this is the Apollo Alnac 4G, with a slightly lower total rating of 46%. In the ADAC test, the Alnac claimed a better rank, coming in 6th out of 15, thus demonstrating competitive performance in relation to the Petlas counterpart. The review from Autobild 2022 painted the Alnac 4G tyre as efficient, but with concerns due to its unbalanced performance on both dry and wet road conditions. The test summary also indicated a substantial amount of wear leading to a relatively short lifetime. Similar to the PT515, it also flagged some weaknesses in environmental sustainability.
Summarizing the findings, both tyres manifest decent performance, with neither however presenting as perfect. The Petlas Imperium PT515 particularly scores high in terms of durability and tread life but falters on traction especially on wet surfaces. On the other hand, the Apollo Alnac 4G, while exhibiting fair efficiency, is noted for weaknesses on varied surfaces and less impressive tread life.
Therefore, a consumer's choice between these two models may largely depend on the priority of needs - longevity versus efficiency. Nevertheless, both models are recommended for drivers who predominantly drive in mild climate and on roads with less demanding traction.
Neither tyre has been replaced by a newer model thus far. Hence, these tires remain a viable option for many. As with any product, however, always verify the compatibility of the tyre with your vehicle type and driving conditions.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
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1. Apollo Alnac 4G 18.88
Year of the last test
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1. Apollo Alnac 4G Exemplary
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1. Petlas Imperium PT515 Satisfactory2. Apollo Alnac 4G Satisfactory
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet braking according to EU label
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Outside noise accoring to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
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Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,3 | 1,8 | ||||
| Petlas Imperium PT515 Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 2,8 | 3,5 | ||||
| Apollo Alnac 4G Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 3,5 | 3,0 | ||||
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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 | |||||
| Petlas Imperium PT515 | 38,3 | 35,9 | |||||
| Apollo Alnac 4G | 36,8 | 33,2 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,8 | 1,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | ||
| Petlas Imperium PT515 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3,3 | 3,3 | 3,1 | 1,5 | ||
| Apollo Alnac 4G Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,7 | 2,6 | 2,8 | 2,0 | ||
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