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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Continental EcoContact 6 vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. Michelin Primacy 5

Let's dive into a comparison between two acclaimed tyres: the Michelin Primacy 4 and the Continental EcoContact 6. Both are summer tyres widely recognized for their performance and quality.


Firstly, the Michelin Primacy 4, which earned an impressive 89% on our rating scale, distinguishes itself in the category of touring tyres. Manufactured in Spain, Germany, and Poland, this model was a successor to the Michelin Primacy 3 and has subsequently been replaced by the Michelin Primacy 4+. Performance-wise, it excelled in different tests, ranking first in the ADAC test and eighth in the Autobild test, both out of numerous competitors.


The Michelin Primacy 4 boasts impressive handling in dry conditions, superior comfort, and braking stability. Its other strong features include excellent aquaplaning reserves and high mileage. The only noted downside is its high price point. You can learn more about Michelin tyres here.


On the flip side, the Continental EcoContact 6, a German-made tyre, earned a rating of 63%. As a direct replacement for the Continental ContiEcoContact 5, the EcoContact 6 has now been superseded by the Continental EcoContact 7. This tyre had mixed rankings in the tests - it secured 23rd place in the Autobild contest out of 51 participants, but only managed seventh in the Autozeitung test out of 10 runners.


It has a solid reputation for low exterior noise, rolling resistance, and comfort, backed by short dry-braking distances and excellent mileage. However, it falls short in terms of aquaplaning reserves, wet-braking distances, and steering response. The manufacturer of this tyre, Continental, can be found here.


In conclusion, the Michelin Primacy 4 tends to outperform the Continental EcoContact 6 in several key performance areas despite its higher cost. However, each tyre has its unique strengths, making the choice largely dependent on personal preference and specific requirements.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Continental
EcoContact 6
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Michelin
Primacy 5
Number of tests
20
5
18
6
3
Best position
#1
#7
#1
#3
#1
Average position
3.5
13.0
6.1
4.7
4.7
Latest test
2022
2022
2024
2026
2026
Available sizes
384
676
47
146
126

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Continental EcoContact 6
60%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Michelin Primacy 5
58%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Continental EcoContact 6
66%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Michelin Primacy 5
65%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Continental EcoContact 6
40%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Continental EcoContact 6
57%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Continental EcoContact 6
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Michelin Primacy 5
51%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Continental EcoContact 6
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Continental EcoContact 6
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Michelin Primacy 5
73%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4
91%
Continental EcoContact 6
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Michelin Primacy 5
76%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Continental EcoContact 6
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Michelin Primacy 5
69%
Dry driving behavior
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Continental EcoContact 6
73%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Continental EcoContact 6
87%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
87%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
93%

Offroad

Offroad
Michelin Primacy 4
78%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Continental EcoContact 6
84%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Continental EcoContact 6
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Continental EcoContact 6
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
90%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
82%
Continental EcoContact 6
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Continental EcoContact 6
93%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Continental EcoContact 6
100%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Fuel efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Continental EcoContact 6
99%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
93%
Continental EcoContact 6
89%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
Price/value
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Continental EcoContact 6
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
60%

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