Comparison: Continental UltraContact NXT vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

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 80% of the Firestone Roadhawk 2. The first tyre test of Continental UltraContact NXT was done in 2025, compared to 2024 when was the Firestone Roadhawk 2 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 (98%) of the Firestone Roadhawk 2 also have A wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the UltraContact NXT is made in Portugal and Roadhawk 2 is made in Italy.