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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Pirelli (79%). The first tyre test of Michelin Primacy 4 was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 53% of Michelin Primacy 4 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (86%) of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Primacy 4 is made - Spain/Germany/Poland.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Pirelli
P Zero (PZ5)
Number of tests
20
2
Best position
#1
#1
Average position
3.5
3.0
Latest test
2022
2026
Available sizes
384
17

Wet

Wet
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
80%
Wet braking
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
76%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Primacy 4
59%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
100%
Wet handling
Michelin Primacy 4
77%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
64%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Primacy 4
73%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
93%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Wet side guide
Michelin Primacy 4
68%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
92%
Dry braking
Michelin Primacy 4
91%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
88%
Dry handling
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
96%
Dry driving behavior
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Dry steering response
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Dry lane changing
Michelin Primacy 4
90%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
92%

Offroad

Offroad
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Grass traction
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Gravel traction
Michelin Primacy 4
82%

Comfort

Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
80%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
87%
Exterior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
78%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
74%
Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
83%
Interior noise
Michelin Primacy 4
82%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
77%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
77%
Fuel efficiency
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
93%

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