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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 vs. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

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Summary
Wet
Dry
Costs
Mutual tests
Dimensions and prices
Buy %

#	Michelin Pilot Sport 4 /75%	GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 /46%

Dimensions	R16 - R21	R17 - R22
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The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 are two high-performance summer tyres from renowned manufacturers Michelin and GoodYear. Both models have their successors: the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, but let's focus on comparing the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 in various tests.

In terms of overall ratings, both tyres scored a 94%, showcasing their impressive performance characteristics. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 was manufactured in ES and DE, while the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 was produced in SI and DE.

Both tyres participated in various tests like Autozeitung, AutoMotorSport, Autobild, ADAC, and Tyre Reviews. Here's how they performed:

Autozeitung: From a total of 10 tyres in the test, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 claimed the 1st position, excelling in Aquaplaning - cross and Wet braking. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 took the 4th place, performing well in Dry braking.

AutoMotorSport: In a test of 11 tyres, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 once again came out on top, with its best features being Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Dry steering response, Exterior noise, Comfort, and Wet braking. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 secured the 2nd position, impressing in Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet handling, and Wet handling - objective.

Autobild: Of the 53 tyres tested, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 claimed the 1st position, showing strengths in Price/value, Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross, and Mileage. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 took the 2nd place, with its best features being Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Aquaplaning - cross, Wet handling, and Handling - longitudinal.

ADAC: In a competition of 16 tyres, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 earned the 2nd place, excelling in Dry braking and Mileage. The GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 ranked 3rd, with Mileage being its best attribute.

Tyre Reviews: The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 showcased its Wet handling prowess, whereas the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 didn't have a specific best feature mentioned in this test.

In conclusion, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 seems to be the superior tyre, given its numerous 1st place rankings in mutual tests. It demonstrates strengths in Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross, and Mileage. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4, while also a strong tyre, secures the 2nd position more often, with its best features being Dry braking and Aquaplaning - longitudinal.

Segment

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Premium

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Premium

Number of sizes available

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 164

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 159

Number of tests

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 19x

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 15x

Best position in test

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 1.

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 1.

Worst position in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 6.

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 7.

Average position in tests

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 2.11

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 2.33

Year of the last test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 2022

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 2022

Best rating in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Exemplary

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Highly recommended

Worst rating in test

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Good

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Good

Wet

(Overall rating)

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

87%

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

86%

Wet handling

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 89%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 88%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 94%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 85%

Wet braking

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 88%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 87%

Aquaplaning - cross

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 90%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 87%

Wet circle cornering

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 79%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 74%

Wet side guide

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 84%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 80%

Wet braking according to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 A

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 A

Dry

(Overall rating)

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

90%

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

88%

Dry braking

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 95%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 93%

Dry handling

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 93%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 87%

Dry lane changing

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 91%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 91%

Comfort

(Overall rating)

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

77%

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

74%

Exterior noise

1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 74%

2. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 68%

Comfort

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 86%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 81%

Outside noise accoring to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 70 dB

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 71 dB

Costs

(Overall rating)

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

81%

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4

74%

Rolling resistance

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 66%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 67%

Mileage

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 94%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 84%

Price/value

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 76%

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 56%

Fuel consumption according to EU label

1. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 C

2. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 C

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Mutual tests

Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2021 225/40 R18

Name	Points total	Wet	Dry
Best values in test	92	93	93
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Highly recommended	87	83	92
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Test winner	92	93	92
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AutoMotorSport Summer tyre test 2020 225/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise	Comfort
Best values in test	9,4	9,3	10	10	10
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Very good	9,1	9,3	7	8	9
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Very good	9,4	9,2	6	10	10
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	1	1-	1
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Exemplary	1-	1-	2-
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Exemplary	1-	2+	1
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	32,1	28,7
Michelin Pilot Sport 4	32,1	29,8
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5	33,2	30,8
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ADAC Summer tyre test 2020 225/40 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Noise	Wear	Fuel consumption
Best values in test	1,7	1,3	2,8	2,0	1,6
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Rating: Good	2,0	1,9	2,9	2,0	1,9
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Rating: Good	2,3	1,7	3,1	2,0	1,9
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