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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S vs. Starfire RS-C 2.0 (2026)

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SPremium
MichelinMichelin

Pilot Sport 4 S

9.6
R13 – R23
VS
Starfire RS-C 2.0
StarfireStarfire

RS-C 2.0

R13 – R18
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Starfire). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Starfire (0%). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S was done in 2018, compared to when was the Starfire RS-C 2.0 first tested. We also know where Pilot Sport 4 S is made - United States.

Test Profile

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4 S
Starfire
RS-C 2.0
Number of tests
14
—
Best position
#1
—
Average position
2.4
—
Latest test
2026
—
Available sizes
250
25

These tyres were not tested together in the same test. The scores below are aggregated from different independent tests, so direct comparison should be taken with caution.

Wet
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
75%
Wet braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
88%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
87%
Wet handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
84%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
88%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
85%
Dry
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
83%
Dry handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
96%
Dry braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
95%
Comfort
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
75%
Exterior noise
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
70%
Costs
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
81%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
81%

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