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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 vs. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (6)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autozeitung Autozeitung
Summer
2021 225/40 R18 View
AutoMotorSport AutoMotorSport
Summer
2020 225/45 R18 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2020 245/45 R18 View
ADAC ADAC
Summer
2020 225/40 R18 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2019 225/45 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2019 245/45 R18 View

The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 are two high-performance summer tyres from renowned manufacturers Michelin and GoodYear. Both models have their successors: the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, but let's focus on comparing the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 and GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 in various tests.


In terms of overall ratings, both tyres scored a 94%, showcasing their impressive performance characteristics. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 was manufactured in ES and DE, while the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 was produced in SI and DE.


Both tyres participated in various tests like Autozeitung, AutoMotorSport, Autobild, ADAC, and Tyre Reviews. Here's how they performed:


Autozeitung: From a total of 10 tyres in the test, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 claimed the 1st position, excelling in Aquaplaning - cross and Wet braking. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 took the 4th place, performing well in Dry braking.


AutoMotorSport: In a test of 11 tyres, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 once again came out on top, with its best features being Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Dry steering response, Exterior noise, Comfort, and Wet braking. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 secured the 2nd position, impressing in Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Dry handling, Wet handling, and Wet handling - objective.


Autobild: Of the 53 tyres tested, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 claimed the 1st position, showing strengths in Price/value, Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross, and Mileage. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 took the 2nd place, with its best features being Aquaplaning - longitudinal, Dry braking, Aquaplaning - cross, Wet handling, and Handling - longitudinal.


ADAC: In a competition of 16 tyres, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 earned the 2nd place, excelling in Dry braking and Mileage. The GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 ranked 3rd, with Mileage being its best attribute.


Tyre Reviews: The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 showcased its Wet handling prowess, whereas the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 didn't have a specific best feature mentioned in this test.


In conclusion, the GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 seems to be the superior tyre, given its numerous 1st place rankings in mutual tests. It demonstrates strengths in Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross, and Mileage. The Michelin Pilot Sport 4, while also a strong tyre, secures the 2nd position more often, with its best features being Dry braking and Aquaplaning - longitudinal.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 6 tests

Wet Performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
86%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
86%
GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Wet Braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Wet Handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
89%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
88%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
74%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
79%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
94%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
85%
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
90%
Best in category: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (95.8%)
Dry Performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
92%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
93%
GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Dry Braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
95%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
93%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (99.0%)
Dry Handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
93%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
87%
Best: Sava Intensa UHP 2 (98.0%)
Dry Lane Change
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
91%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
91%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 (100.0%)
Dry Steering Reaction
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
90%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
100%
Best in category: Sava Intensa UHP 2 (98.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
77%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
74%
GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Noise Exterior
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
74%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
68%
Noise Interior
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
76%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
69%
Best: Nokian Powerproof (80.0%)
Ride Comfort
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
81%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
86%
Best: Pirelli P ZERO (90.0%)
Best in category: Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 2 K117 (98.0%)
Economy
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
79%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
82%
GoodYear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
Rolling Resistance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
67%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
66%
Fuel Efficiency
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
87%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
87%
Best: Sava Intensa uhp 2 (93.0%)
Mileage
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
84%
GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
94%
Best in category: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (93.0%)

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