| Model | ProContact TX | Defender |
| Tread pattern photos |  |
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| Brand | Continental | Michelin |
| Car type | Passenger Car / Crossover | |
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 35% | 90%  |
| Overall Dry | 80% | 90% |
| Corner Stability | 79% | 90% |
| Dry Traction | 81% | 90% |
| Steering Response | 79% | 90% |
| Overall Wet | 75% | 85% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | 75% | No data |
| Wet Traction | 74% | 85% |
| Snow performance | 57% | No data |
| Light Snow | 66% | No data |
| Heavy Snow | 52% | No data |
| Ice | 52% | No data |
| Overall Comfort | 72% | 85% |
| Ride Comfort | 76% | No data |
| Overall Noise | 69% | No data |
| Wear (tread life) | 68% | 95% |
| Buy again | No data | 95% |
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