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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 3 vs. Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 vs. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 2 vs. Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue vs. Fulda EcoControl HP


The Michelin Primacy 3 and the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 are two premium summer tyres that have been widely recognized for their superior performance in varied testing conditions. It's worth mentioning that the Michelin Primacy 3 has been displaced by a newer model, the Michelin Primacy 4, while the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 has been superseded by the Continental PremiumContact 6.


Compared to its continental counterpart, the Michelin Primacy 3 has held its ground in multiple tests, typically securing higher placements. In the ADAC and Autozeitung tests, for example, the Primacy 3 came in first out of 16 and 10 tyres, respectively, whereas the ContiPremiumContact 5 took the third and second positions.


However, it's important to note that the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 outperformed the Michelin Primacy 3 in the Autobild test, scoring 9th out of 50 tyres as opposed to the latter's 10th place. In the Firmenauto test though, the Primacy 3 was second while the ContiPremiumContact 5 was third.


In terms of strengths, the Michelin Primacy 3 is often praised for its excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions, as well as its durability. Conversely, its main weaknesses are slightly higher rolling resistance and noise levels. On the other hand, the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 is lauded for its superb handling on wet roads, low rolling resistance, and comfort. Nonetheless, the tyre's reduced wear resistance can be seen as a drawback.


To sum up, although both tyres offer highly satisfactory performance, Michelin Primacy 3 generally performs slightly better in mutual tests. However, both have been replaced with newer models, so users might want to consider the Michelin Primacy 4 and the Continational PremiumContact 6 for their updated features and improved performance.


Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 3
Continental
ContiPremiumContact 5
Hankook
Ventus Prime3 K125
Semperit
Speed-Life 2
Pirelli
P7 Cinturato Blue
Fulda
EcoControl HP
Number of tests
10
14
22
7
7
6
Best position
#1
#1
#1
#3
#1
#6
Average position
6.1
3.8
4.9
13.7
5.3
9.8
Latest test
2018
2019
2022
2020
2020
2018
Available sizes
182
35
161
82
31
70

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 3
70%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
85%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
71%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
66%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
56%
Fulda EcoControl HP
90%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 3
40%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
87%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
73%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
40%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
90%
Fulda EcoControl HP
92%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
87%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
71%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
65%
Fulda EcoControl HP
91%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 3
65%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
84%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
64%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
30%
Fulda EcoControl HP
81%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 3
78%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
84%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
76%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
88%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
60%
Fulda EcoControl HP
92%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 3
87%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
92%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
81%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
73%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
48%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 3
83%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
79%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
90%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
76%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
83%
Fulda EcoControl HP
96%
Dry driving behavior
Michelin Primacy 3
80%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
83%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
82%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
60%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 3
80%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
85%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
92%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
73%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
90%
Fulda EcoControl HP
96%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
76%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
91%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
78%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
78%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
77%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
79%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
90%
Fulda EcoControl HP
82%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
68%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
86%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
85%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
90%
Fulda EcoControl HP
82%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
62%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
67%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
100%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
100%
Fulda EcoControl HP
72%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 3
85%
Continental ContiPremiumContact 5
66%
Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125
70%
Semperit Speed-Life 2
100%
Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue
100%
Fulda EcoControl HP
51%

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2018205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2016205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2016205/55 R16View

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