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Comparison: GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 vs. Continental EcoContact 6 vs. Bridgestone Potenza S001 vs. Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

When it comes to high-performance summer tyres, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 are two popular choices, both providing compelling performance on both wet and dry roads. In this comparison, we will evaluate their strengths and weaknesses based on various tyre tests and provide a verdict on their overall performance.


The GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 is a successor to the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3, featuring the same 94% rating in our reviews. Manufactured in Slovenia and Germany, it is a summer tyre suitable for a wide range of vehicle types. Meanwhile, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 replaces the Michelin Pilot Sport 3, with a likewise 94% rating and manufacturing bases in Spain and Germany. Both tyres have now been succeeded by newer models, with the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Michelin Pilot Sport 5 now available.


In mutual tyre tests, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 demonstrated strong performance, securing 1st place in both Autozeitung and AutoMotorSport tests out of ten and eleven tyres tested, respectively. Excellent aquaplaning resistance and wet braking qualities were some of the tyre's highlighted strengths. On the other hand, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 attained 4th and 2nd positions in the same tests, highlighting its dry braking capabilities and performances in various wet handling tests.


In the extensive Autobild test involving 53 tyre models, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 once again claimed 1st place, with its price-value ratio, wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, and mileage earning commendations. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 achieved a commendable 2nd place, showcasing strengths in aquaplaning resistance, dry braking and wet handling. The ADAC test saw the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 placed 3rd, while the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 secured 2nd place, both achieving recognition for their impressive mileage and dry braking performance.


After examining test results from various sources, it is evident that both the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 and Michelin Pilot Sport 4 deliver exceptional performance, with strengths in wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, and mileage. While the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 holds a slight edge in overall test positioning, both models offer strong handling and braking performances, showcasing their respective manufacturers' commitment to excellence. Visit Goodyear and Michelin for more information on their summer tyre offerings.

Test Profile

GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
Continental
EcoContact 6
Bridgestone
Potenza S001
Michelin
Primacy 4
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Number of tests
15
19
5
5
20
6
Best position
#1
#1
#7
#3
#1
#3
Average position
2.3
2.1
13.0
7.0
3.5
4.7
Latest test
2022
2022
2022
2020
2022
2026
Available sizes
187
183
676
185
384
146

Wet

Wet
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
Continental EcoContact 6
60%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
71%
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
86%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
92%
Continental EcoContact 6
61%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
82%
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Wet braking
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
86%
Continental EcoContact 6
66%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
61%
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Aquaplaning - cross
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
84%
Continental EcoContact 6
40%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
83%
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Wet handling
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
92%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
89%
Continental EcoContact 6
57%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
68%
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Wet circle cornering
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
78%
Continental EcoContact 6
69%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
67%
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
Wet side guide
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
85%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
76%
Michelin Primacy 4
68%
Wet performance
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
79%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
86%
Continental EcoContact 6
73%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
63%
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
70%

Dry

Dry
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
Continental EcoContact 6
77%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
82%
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Dry braking
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
90%
Continental EcoContact 6
78%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
69%
Michelin Primacy 4
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Dry handling
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
91%
Continental EcoContact 6
70%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
94%
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Dry lane changing
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
94%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
92%
Continental EcoContact 6
87%
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
93%
Dry steering response
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
87%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
90%
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Dry driving behavior
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
77%
Continental EcoContact 6
73%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
88%
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Dry performance
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
83%
Continental EcoContact 6
86%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
88%
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
58%

Offroad

Offroad
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
92%
Michelin Primacy 4
78%

Comfort

Comfort
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
78%
Continental EcoContact 6
84%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
60%
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Exterior noise
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
75%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
80%
Continental EcoContact 6
85%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
60%
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Comfort
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
80%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
81%
Continental EcoContact 6
78%
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Interior noise
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
78%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
76%
Continental EcoContact 6
83%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
58%
Michelin Primacy 4
82%

Costs

Costs
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
77%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
76%
Continental EcoContact 6
93%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
67%
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Rolling resistance
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
66%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
75%
Continental EcoContact 6
100%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
57%
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Mileage
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
94%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
84%
Continental EcoContact 6
89%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
78%
Michelin Primacy 4
93%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
Price/value
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
56%
Continental EcoContact 6
71%
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
60%
Fuel efficiency
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
84%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
Continental EcoContact 6
99%
Bridgestone Potenza S001
82%
Michelin Primacy 4
86%

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