Comparison: Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Firestone Roadhawk

In this article, we will compare two summer tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Semperit Speed-Life 3, to help you make an informed decision when choosing your next set of tyres. The Continental PremiumContact 6 is a touring tyre manufactured in SK, DE, and CZ, with an overall rating of 90%. This tyre replaced the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5 and has now itself been replaced by the Continental PremiumContact 7. On the other hand, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 replaced the Semperit Speed-Life and has an overall rating of 81%, with no newer model so far.

Let's start by looking at the test results from various sources. In the ADAC test, the Continental PremiumContact 6 ranked first out of 15 tyres, excelling in wet circle cornering, wet handling, and wet braking. Meanwhile, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 ranked second in this test, performing best in mileage, wet braking, and exterior noise.

Moving on to the Autobild 2019 test, the Continental PremiumContact 6 received high praise for its balanced performance, high level of driving safety, and good performance on both dry and wet roads. Additionally, it was noted for its long mileage. However, it showed some weaknesses in efficiency. The Semperit Speed-Life 3, on the other hand, performed well in wet conditions, was efficient, and offered good mileage. But the tyre did show some weaknesses on dry roads and in environmental performance.

In the Autobild test with 53 tyres, the Continental PremiumContact 6 ranked fourth, while the Semperit Speed-Life 3 secured the 12th position. Both tyres scored well in wet braking, making them a safe option in wet conditions. Lastly, in the ADAC 2021 test, the Continental PremiumContact 6 was praised for being very balanced, performing particularly well on wet surfaces, offering good performance on dry roads, and having low fuel consumption. The tyre showed no significant weaknesses. In contrast, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 scored well in wet conditions and wear, but had some weaknesses on dry surfaces.

In conclusion, both the Continental PremiumContact 6 and the Semperit Speed-Life 3 are good summer tyre options. However, the Continental PremiumContact 6 appears to have a slight edge in overall performance, particularly in wet conditions and driving safety. It is also worth noting that the PremiumContact 6 has been succeeded by the PremiumContact 7, which may offer even better performance. Meanwhile, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 offers good performance in wet conditions, efficiency, and mileage, but may not be the best choice if you frequently drive on dry surfaces.