Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 vs Michelin Primacy 5
Across the data, the Goodyear generally stops shorter in the dry and shows strong wet security-especially in aquaplaning-while the Michelin delivers class-leading rolling resistance, lower noise, and remarkably easy, predictable handling in the wet. One test favors Goodyear's dynamic edge; the other crowns Michelin for its balance and everyday usability.
Test Results
Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been three tests which compare both tires directly!
| Tire | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | two | |
| Michelin Primacy 5 | one |
While it might look like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is better than the Michelin Primacy 5 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.
Key Strengths
- Best-in-test dry braking across both tests (e.g., 35.1 m vs 36.0 m)
- Outstanding aquaplaning resistance (straight and curved) and strong wet grip in warm conditions
- Sportier, faster wet/dry lap potential when conditions suit
- Responsive steering feel and high stability at speed
- Top-tier rolling resistance (up to ~20% lower vs Goodyear), improving fuel economy
- Quietest and most comfortable ride in both tests
- Excellent wet-road composure and predictability; strong wet braking in one test (33.0 m vs 35.2 m)
- Overall balance that won a full comparison (1/14) with easy, confidence-inspiring handling
Dry Braking
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during three dry braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 3.47% less distance than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Dry Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 1.76% faster around a lap than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 20.51% more points than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two wet braking tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stopped the vehicle in 1.13% less distance than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Wet Braking: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 0.49% faster around a wet lap than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 scored 11.9% more points than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was 4.73% faster around a wet circle than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Wet Circle: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 5 floated at a 0.9% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Michelin Primacy 5
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 slipped out at a 3.7% higher speed than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 was better during one subj. comfort tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 5 scored 40% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Michelin Primacy 5
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 was better during one subj. noise tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 5 scored 20% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Subj. Noise: Michelin Primacy 5
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Noise
Looking at data from two tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one noise tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 measured 0.57% quieter than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Noise: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Wear
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 was better during one wear tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 5 is predicted to cover 1% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Wear: Michelin Primacy 5
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Value
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was better during one value tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 proved to have a 7.58% better value based on price/1000km than the Michelin Primacy 5.
Best In Value: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tire tests, the Michelin Primacy 5 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Michelin Primacy 5 had a 13.29% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Michelin Primacy 5
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Abrasion
Looking at data from one tire tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Michelin Primacy 5 performed equally well in abrasion tests.
Best In Abrasion: Both tires performed equally well
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Real World Driver Reviews
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Driver Reviews
Drivers rate the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 very highly overall, most often praising its strong dry and especially wet grip, short braking distances, and predictable/progressive behavior near the limit. Many also report a comfortable, refined ride for a UHP tire with good value versus Michelin/Continental rivals. The main recurring downsides are faster-than-expected tread wear for some users and noticeable roar/rumble on rough asphalt, with a smaller but repeated theme of softer sidewalls or slightly numb turn-in/understeer compared with sharper alternatives.
Based on 174 reviews with an average rating of 85%
Michelin Primacy 5 Driver Reviews
Across 29 reviews, the Michelin Primacy 5 is most often described as a premium touring tire with standout ride comfort and low cabin noise (especially at highway speeds), alongside strong wet-road security and aquaplaning resistance. Many drivers also report smoothness, low rolling resistance with improved or stable fuel economy, and encouraging early wear results. A recurring minority theme is that it isn't a sporty tire-road feel and fast-corner precision can feel muted or less confidence-inspiring versus performance-focused options.
Based on 30 reviews with an average rating of 86%
I have now had the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5's, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersports, Michelin PS4 and even some Avon's (for a brief period) on my current car - a Golf GTI Clubsport 40.
I mix up my driving a lot - lots of motorway driving but also lots of hard street driving and B road blasts, I find it massively important to have the best tires possible to allow me to push my car as hard as I can in a safe manner.
I was massively impressed with the Asymmetric 5's, the sheer grip... Continue reading this review using the link below
Conclusion
The Michelin Primacy 5 is the safer all-rounder for most motorists: superbly easy to drive in the wet, quiet, and the most fuel-efficient here, while remaining secure on dry roads. Although it can't match Goodyear's best dry stops, its broader balance and value-in-use (noise and economy) make it the smarter daily-driver choice. Bottom line: pick Goodyear for performance feel and dry bite, Michelin for calm confidence, comfort, and lower running costs.
Key Differences
- Performance focus vs touring focus: Goodyear prioritizes grip and agility; Michelin prioritizes comfort and efficiency.
- Dry braking: Goodyear consistently shorter (e.g., 36.9 m vs 38.2 m; 35.1 m vs 36.0 m).
- Wet behavior variability: Goodyear excels in warm/wet but struggled in cool/wet; Michelin remained consistently strong and predictable.
- Aquaplaning: Goodyear leads both straight and curved; Michelin is good but not class-leading.
- Noise/comfort: Michelin quieter (subjective + objective) and calmer; Goodyear slightly louder and more reactive.
- Efficiency: Michelin markedly lower rolling resistance (up to ~19.5% advantage), reducing fuel use and CO2.
Overall Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.
Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.