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Comparison: Viking Protech NewGen vs. Michelin Primacy 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from (Viking) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Viking (32%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 32% of the Viking Protech NewGen. The first tyre test of Viking Protech NewGen was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested.

Test Profile

Viking
Protech NewGen
Michelin
Primacy 5
Number of tests
7
3
Best position
#16
#1
Average position
32.7
4.7
Latest test
2026
2026
Available sizes
92
126

Wet

Wet
Viking Protech NewGen
57%
Michelin Primacy 5
58%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Viking Protech NewGen
64%
Michelin Primacy 5
51%
Wet braking
Viking Protech NewGen
64%
Michelin Primacy 5
65%

Dry

Dry
Viking Protech NewGen
68%
Michelin Primacy 5
73%
Dry braking
Viking Protech NewGen
78%
Michelin Primacy 5
76%

Comfort

Comfort
Viking Protech NewGen
75%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%

Costs

Costs
Viking Protech NewGen
84%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%

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