In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (
Firestone). Generally,
Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than
Firestone (70%). In this particular case, the Falken Azenis FK520 has a better rating of 73% compared to 57% of the Firestone Roadhawk. The first tyre test of Falken Azenis FK520 was done in 2023, compared to 2018 when was the Firestone Roadhawk first tested. Important for this comparison is also the
Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the
Azenis FK520 and the
Roadhawk were tested. We also know where
Azenis FK520 is made - Turkey.