In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Falken (70%). In this particular case, the Falken e.Ziex has a better rating of 90% compared to 71% of the Michelin e.Primacy. Important for this comparison is also the Automotorsport 2025 215/55 R17 test, where both the e.Primacy and the e.Ziex were tested. See more mutual tests below. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the e.Primacy is made in Italy/Spain/Germany and e.Ziex is made in Turkey.
These tyres were tested together in 2 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Averaged from 2 tests
Michelin e.Primacy
Falken e.Ziex
Michelin e.Primacy
Falken e.Ziex
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