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Comparison: Apollo Aspire XP vs. Firestone Roadhawk

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (3)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2020 245/45 R18 View
Autozeitung Autozeitung
Summer
2020 225/50 R17 View
Autobild Autobild
Summer
2019 225/45 R17 View

The Apollo Aspire XP and the Firestone Roadhawk are summer tyres from reputable brands Apollo and Firestone respectively. Both tyres have been put through a series of tests, with their performance examined closely.


Apollo Aspire XP holds an average rating of 53%. It has shown solid results in the 'Rolling resistance' category, achieving the high '14th' position ranking in the AutoBild test out of 53 tyres tested. The tyre has also accomplished an impressive '10th' place for exterior noise in the AutoZeitung test out of 20 tyres. It even ranked rather well in the ACE test, reaching 4th place for exterior noise.


However, compared to its competitor, Apollo Aspire XP doesn't shine as bright. Firestone Roadhawk dominates in most of the tests with a superb '13th' position in AutoBild test for Rolling resistance among 53 tyres; '12th' place in AutoZeitung test for Dry steering response out of 20 tyres; and '7th' position in ACE test for Rolling resistance out of 9 tyres. In addition, the Roadhawk comes with a higher overall rating of 72%.


Despite different strengths, both tyres show commendable performance in 'Exterior Noise' and 'Rolling resistance'. Compared to Apollo Aspire XP, Firestone Roadhawk performs better with Dry steering response, which Apollo Aspire XP seems to lack. However, in terms of 'Rolling resistance', both seems to perform remarkably well.


In conclusion, while Apollo Aspire XP is a decent and affordable choice for those focusing on 'Exterior Noise' and 'Rolling Resistance', Firestone Roadhawk provides an overall better performance with additional focus on 'Dry steering response'. Both tyres have not been replaced by any newer models as of now.


To sum up, both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses. But, Firestone Roadhawk outperforms Apollo Aspire XP in most mutual test positions, earning our recommendation for summer tyres.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Apollo Aspire XP
75%
Apollo
Aspire XP
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Wet Braking
Apollo Aspire XP
63%
Firestone Roadhawk
66%
Wet Handling
Apollo Aspire XP
74%
Firestone Roadhawk
84%
Best: Nokian Wetproof (98.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
Apollo Aspire XP
87%
Firestone Roadhawk
80%
Best: Michelin Primacy 4 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Apollo Aspire XP
74%
Firestone Roadhawk
73%
Aquaplaning Cross
Apollo Aspire XP
78%
Firestone Roadhawk
73%
Best: Sava Intensa UHP 2 (100.0%)
Best in category: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (92.8%)
Dry Performance
Apollo Aspire XP
85%
Apollo
Aspire XP
Firestone Roadhawk
90%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Dry Braking
Apollo Aspire XP
80%
Firestone Roadhawk
84%
Dry Handling
Apollo Aspire XP
83%
Firestone Roadhawk
87%
Best: Giti Premium H1 (100.0%)
Dry Steering Reaction
Apollo Aspire XP
93%
Firestone Roadhawk
100%
Best in category: Pirelli P ZERO (100.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Apollo Aspire XP
82%
Apollo
Aspire XP
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Noise Exterior
Apollo Aspire XP
90%
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Ride Comfort
Apollo Aspire XP
73%
Firestone Roadhawk
68%
Best in category: Nokian Wetproof (97.0%)
Economy
Apollo Aspire XP
70%
Apollo
Aspire XP
Firestone Roadhawk
66%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Rolling Resistance
Apollo Aspire XP
72%
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Mileage
Apollo Aspire XP
67%
Firestone Roadhawk
58%
Best in category: Pirelli P7 Cinturato Blue (100.0%)

Performance spider chart

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