Comparison: Continental UltraContact NXT vs. Firestone Roadhawk

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Firestone (70%). In this particular case, the Continental UltraContact NXT has a better rating of 95% compared to 57% of the Firestone Roadhawk. The first tyre test of Continental UltraContact NXT was done in 2025, compared to 2018 when was the Firestone Roadhawk first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Continental UltraContact NXT dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (93%) of the Firestone Roadhawk also have A wet ratings. We also know where UltraContact NXT is made - Portugal.