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Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2 vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870 vs. GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+


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
Continental
WinterContact TS 870
GoodYear
UltraGrip Performance+
Number of tests
21
18
17
23
Best position
#2
#1
#1
#1
Average position
11.9
6.1
1.7
3.3
Latest test
2024
2024
2025
2025
Available sizes
164
47
80
176

Wet

Wet
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
87%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
83%
Aquaplaning - cross
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
93%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
87%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Firestone Roadhawk
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
69%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
94%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
83%
Wet braking
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
72%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
87%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Wet handling
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
92%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
89%
Wet circle cornering
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
89%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
94%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
82%

Dry

Dry
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
89%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
78%
Dry braking
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
84%
Dry handling
Firestone Roadhawk
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
73%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
91%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
81%
Dry driving behavior
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
78%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
76%
Dry steering response
Firestone Roadhawk
100%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
92%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
90%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
79%

Comfort

Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
76%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
90%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
84%
Exterior noise
Firestone Roadhawk
62%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
75%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
86%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
81%
Interior noise
Firestone Roadhawk
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
71%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
98%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
91%
Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
60%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
80%

Costs

Costs
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
91%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
84%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Mileage
Firestone Roadhawk
64%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
100%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
83%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
78%
Rolling resistance
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
84%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
89%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
80%
Price/value
Firestone Roadhawk
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
97%
Continental WinterContact TS 870
68%
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
69%

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