In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (
Michelin). Generally,
Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than
Pirelli (71%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 83% of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2. The first tyre test of Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings.
