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Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2


We are comparing two popular summer tyres - the Firestone Roadhawk and the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2. Both tyres have had strong showings in various tyre tests that evaluated their performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness. In our assessment, the Goodyear model scored higher with a rating of 87%, compared to the Firestone's 72%.


Looking at a recent test by Autobild, the Firestone Roadhawk excelled in dry and wet handling and had a respectable performance in wet side guidance. The tyre excelled in dry handling and wet handling and fended well in the wet side guide. However, it had a weakness in wet surface performance, specifically in terms of control and grip. Overall, it secured the 10th position among 53 tyres tested.


In the same Autobild test, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 earned top marks for its impressive mileage, value and comfort. Despite these strong features, the tyre placed 13th in the test, slightly behind the Firestone Roadhawk.


The ADAC test further put these two filters to the test. Here the Firestone Roadhawk succeeded in dry braking and wet circle cornering but it struggled with handling on wet surfaces, making it the loudest tyre in the test. Overall, it came in 9th position among 16 tyres tested.


The Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, on the other hand, outperformed all tires in the ADAC test, coming in first place. Additionall, it was found to have excellent handling, short braking distances and high mileage according to Autobild 2022.


However, some drawbacks were noted. The tyre's the higher than average cost was seen as a minus. This, in addition to the excellent handling, short braking distance and high mileage culminated in Goodyear's strong showing in our tests as evidenced bye its 87% rating.


In conclusion, although both the Firestone Roadhawk and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 performed well in our tests, the Goodyear offers outstanding performance and value despite its high price. Ensuring that you get value for your money. Check out more about Goodyear tyres here.

Test Profile

Firestone
Roadhawk
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance 2
Number of tests
21
18
Best position
#2
#1
Average position
11.9
6.1
Latest test
2024
2024
Available sizes
164
47

Wet

Wet
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Aquaplaning - cross
Firestone Roadhawk
81%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Firestone Roadhawk
80%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
57%
Wet braking
Firestone Roadhawk
69%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Wet handling
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
59%

Dry

Dry
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
66%
Dry handling
Firestone Roadhawk
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
67%

Comfort

Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Exterior noise
Firestone Roadhawk
60%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%

Costs

Costs
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Mileage
Firestone Roadhawk
65%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Rolling resistance
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
88%

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 7 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2024205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2022185/65 R15View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View

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