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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Premium
Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
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Comparing the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 reveals some interesting points about these two summer tyres from leading manufacturers Continental and Pirelli.
Starting with the Continental tyre, the PremiumContact 6 is a high-performing touring tyre with an impressive 92% rating from our tests. Manufactured in Slovakia, Germany and the Czech Republic, this model follows on from the successful Continental ContiPremiumContact 5. Notable in its performance is its excellent dry handling, highlighted as a top feature in Autozeitung's comparison where it was positioned second out of ten tyres. In another comparison by EVO, it secured a commendable third position. Please note that the Continental PremiumContact 6 has now been replaced by the newer Continental PremiumContact 7.
On the other side, we have the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4. Rated slightly higher at 93%, the type specification of this tyre is UUHP (Ultra Ultra High Performance), indicating its suitability for high-performance cars. Stand-out features highlighted in Autozeitung's test include dry lane changing, wet circle cornering, and wet handling - indicating the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 performs impressively well no matter the road conditions. In the EVO mutual comparison, this tyre proved its performance by securing second place.
These two exemplary tyres each offer their unique strengths. The Continental PremiumContact 6 excels in dry conditions, specifically with excellent dry handling. On the other hand, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 is a versatile performer, handling well in both dry and wet conditions. From the tests, it's clear both tyres are top performers, with the P ZERO PZ4 eking out a small advantage with its higher versatility and UUHP rating.
Our verdict? The Continental PremiumContact 6 is a strong contender for drivers prioritising dry handling, while the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 offers versatile performance, excelling in multiple road conditions. However, ultimately your choice of tyre should account for your specific driving style and conditions.
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary2. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Highly recommended
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended2. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Recommended
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Highly recommended | 89 | 85 | 93 | ||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Highly recommended | 88 | 89 | 87 | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Comfort | ||
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| Best values in test | 308,2 | 41 | 29,5 | 85,6 | 17 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 296,8 | 49,5 | 36,5 | 94,5 | 22 | ||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 297,4 | 54,5 | 39 | 87,2 | 21 | ||
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| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | |||||||
| Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 Rating: Recommended | |||||||
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