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1. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Premium
Comparison: Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4
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| Dimensions | R17 - R22 | R16 - R21 | |
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The Bridgestone Potenza Sport and the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 are two summer tyre models worth considering. However, they are different in their performances according to tyre tests and have their own unique strengths and weaknesses.
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport, made in Poland and Hungary, has been rated 92% in tyre tests. Highlights in the AutoBild test include its wet circle cornering, dry braking and wet handling. Interestingly, it held the 5th position out of 11 tyres in this test. Criticisms of the tyre centred on its high rolling resistance and increased road noise. In contrast, the Sportauto test placed the Bridgestone Potenza Sport higher, in the 3rd spot. There's currently no newer model that replaced this tyre. Learn more about Bridgestone summer tyres.
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4, on the other hand, holds an impressive 93% rating. It replaced the Michelin Pilot Sport 3, and it itself has been succeeded by the Michelin Pilot Sport 5. According to the AutoBild test, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 led the field with remarkable performances in areas including aquaplaning, comfort, dry handling and rolling resistance, holding the 1st position out of 11 tyres. The Tyre Reviews described its wet handling as one of its best features. However, the high price level of this tyre is seen as a drawback. In the Sportauto test, it came second out of 7 tyres. Notably, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 is made in Spain and Germany. Experience the Michelin summer tyres.
In conclusion, both tyres offer strong performances in tests but focus on different aspects. The Bridgestone Potenza Sport prioritizes wet and dry handling, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 shines in aquaplaning performance and comfort. Comparatively though, Michelin Pilot Sport 4 appears to edge the Bridgestone Potenza Sport in mutual tests. It's worth considering your specific needs and preferences when choosing between these two tyres.
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1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Highly recommended2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good
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(Overall rating)Wet handling
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Mutual tests
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 2 | 2+ | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 1- | 2 | |||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 1- | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 7,2 | 7,2 | 6,3 | |||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | 8,2 | 9,0 | 8,0 | 6,3 | |||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Very good | 8,3 | 8 | 8,4 | 9,1 | |||
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| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: - | |||||||
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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