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Comparison: Continental SportContact 7 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

The Continental SportContact 7 and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 are two high-end ultra-high-performance summer tyres produced by renowned manufacturers Continental and Pirelli, respectively. Numerous tests have been carried out on these tyres, and we have gathered and summarized the results for a comprehensive comparison.


Continental SportContact 7


The Continental SportContact 7, a successor to previous models such as the Continental SportContact 6 and 5, has consistently performed exceptionally well in tests. With an impressive rating of a 100%, it clearly outperforms the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 averages.


It's noteworthy performance stems from its comprehensive range of top features, including comfort, dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, and wet circle cornering. Continental tyres are renowned for their very high dry and wet grip level while maintaining very stable, quick handling.


Some minor issues were reported such as slight shortcomings in wet cornering grip and increased passing noise. Nonetheless, the SportContact 7 was ranked at position 1 in several outlet tests, like AutoBild, SportAuto, and Autozeitung.


Pirelli P ZERO PZ4


The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, on the other hand, scored an average rating of 85%. The tyre performed well in some features, particularly in aquaplaning - longitudinal, dry handling, exterior noise, and wet circle cornering. It is highly manageable and steerable, with a tendency to slightly understeer on wet surfaces.


However, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 had some deficiencies in its wet braking performance and was criticized for its increased rolling resistance. It also did not rank as high as the Continental tyre in most tests, placing at position 3 in AutoBild and 5 in SportAuto.


Verdict


Overall, both tyres deliver reliable performance, but the Continental SportContact 7 steps ahead with its outstanding ratings and positioning in the tests. This does not take away from Pirelli's build quality or performance, but to a more meticulous driver, the small disparities matter, with the higher wet grip and handling stability playing a decisive role.


In conclusion, if you’re after a tyre that offers exceptional performance for dry and wet conditions, consider the Continental SportContact 7 as the higher-ranking candidate.

Test Profile

Continental
SportContact 7
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
15
14
18
10
Best position
#1
#2
#1
#2
Average position
1.2
5.5
6.1
6.0
Latest test
2026
2025
2024
2026
Available sizes
122
706
47
104

Wet

Wet
Continental SportContact 7
84%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Continental SportContact 7
85%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Wet handling
Continental SportContact 7
89%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Wet braking
Continental SportContact 7
95%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Aquaplaning - cross
Continental SportContact 7
66%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Wet circle cornering
Continental SportContact 7
86%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%

Dry

Dry
Continental SportContact 7
91%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Dry handling
Continental SportContact 7
94%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Dry braking
Continental SportContact 7
97%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Dry lane changing
Continental SportContact 7
86%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Dry steering response
Continental SportContact 7
85%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
84%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%

Comfort

Comfort
Continental SportContact 7
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Exterior noise
Continental SportContact 7
75%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Comfort
Continental SportContact 7
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%

Costs

Costs
Continental SportContact 7
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Rolling resistance
Continental SportContact 7
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%

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