Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. Michelin Primacy 5

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Firestone (70%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 80% of the Firestone Roadhawk 2. The first tyre test of Firestone Roadhawk 2 was done in 2024, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 test, where both the Roadhawk 2 and the Primacy 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Firestone Roadhawk 2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Roadhawk 2 is made - Italy.