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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4+ vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Falken e.Ziex

Today we're comparing two summer tyres, the Michelin Primacy 4+ and the Firestone Roadhawk 2. Both tyres have newer models, which you can find here: newer model of Michelin Primacy 4+ and newer model of Firestone Roadhawk 2.


Starting with the Michelin Primacy 4+, this tyre is made in Spain and classified as a touring model. In our rating, it scored 76%, placing it at position 4 in the Autobild test out of 8 total tyres, and at position 7 in the Autozeitung test out of 9 total tyres. The Autobild test highlighted its strengths as having short stopping distances, good driving dynamics with direct steering response, and good comfort with a low rolling resistance. The Autozeitung test affirmed the tyre's comfort, low rolling resistance, and exterior noise as its best features. Learn more about Michelin Primacy 4+.


On the other hand, the Firestone Roadhawk 2 is a tyre made in Italy. Our rating placed this tyre slightly lower than the Michelin, with a score of 74%. In the Autobild test, it ranked 6th out of 8 tyres. Despite its slightly lower overall standing, the Firestone excelled in the areas of cross and longitudinal aquaplaning, according to the Autobild test. The Autozeitung test also pointed out its longitudinal aquaplaning excellence, placing it higher than the Michelin at 5th position out of 9 tested tyres. Learn more about Firestone Roadhawk 2.


In summary, if you prioritize comfort, low rolling resistance, and less exterior noise, the Michelin Primacy 4+ might be a better choice for you. However, if your focus is on superior aquaplaning performance, then the Firestone Roadhawk 2 would be your go-to model. Overall, both tyres perform well and have their own strengths and weaknesses, giving you great options to choose from based on your specific needs.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4+
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Falken
e.Ziex
Number of tests
13
6
18
3
14
3
Best position
#1
#3
#1
#2
#2
#2
Average position
4.3
4.7
6.1
3.3
5.5
3.7
Latest test
2025
2026
2024
2026
2025
2025
Available sizes
123
146
47
40
706
34

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4+
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4+
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4+
72%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4+
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Falken e.Ziex
77%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4+
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4+
74%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
93%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Dry steering response
Michelin Primacy 4+
90%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
88%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
84%
Falken e.Ziex
73%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
86%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4+
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4+
77%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Falken e.Ziex
78%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4+
80%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4+
82%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4+
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
Falken e.Ziex
60%

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