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Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2

Today, we are comparing two popular summer tyres: Firestone Roadhawk and Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance. Both tyres have proved their worth in a number of tests, so let's dive into the results and find out their strengths and weaknesses.


The Firestone Roadhawk scored an overall rating of 71% on our website. It performed well in Autoklub ČR and ADAC tests, securing positions 11 and 4, respectively, out of a total number of 16-19 tyres. The tyre stood out with its dry driving behavior, safety, and wet braking. In the Autobild test, it was ranked 3rd out of 51 compared tyres. However, Firestone Roadhawk has not been replaced by any newer model.


On the other hand, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance performed exceptionally well with a stellar overall rating of 88%. It ranked 8th in Autoklub ČR test, where its dry handling was especially appreciated, and 12th in the ADAC test with the best features being aquaplaning (cross) and aquaplaning (longitudinal). Furthermore, it took the 11th position in the Autobild test."""


It's important to note that Goodyear has already introduced a successor to the Efficient Grip Performance – the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2, which is expected to offer even better performance.


In summary, both tyres performed commendably in various tests. While the Firestone Roadhawk excels in dry driving behavior, safety, and wet braking, the Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance scores better in overall test positions and is particularly notable for its dry handling and aquaplaning features. Moreover, Goodyear has already introduced a newer version of the tyre, with likely improved performance.


If you're interested in exploring more about each tyre, you can visit the respective manufacturer's websites: Firestone and Goodyear.

Test Profile

Firestone
Roadhawk
Goodyear
Efficient Grip Performance
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Number of tests
21
16
26
Best position
#2
#3
#2
Average position
11.9
5.5
7.5
Latest test
2024
2023
2025
Available sizes
164
153
101

Wet

Wet
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
81%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
79%
Aquaplaning - cross
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
89%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Firestone Roadhawk
79%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
86%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
92%
Wet braking
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
76%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Wet handling
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
87%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%
Wet circle cornering
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
81%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
76%

Dry

Dry
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
83%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
Dry braking
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
83%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
Dry handling
Firestone Roadhawk
88%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
93%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Dry driving behavior
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
83%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
86%

Comfort

Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
77%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Exterior noise
Firestone Roadhawk
62%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
75%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
91%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
74%
Interior noise
Firestone Roadhawk
77%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
68%

Costs

Costs
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
73%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Rolling resistance
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
86%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
69%
Mileage
Firestone Roadhawk
64%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
64%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
65%
Price/value
Firestone Roadhawk
61%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
23%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Fuel efficiency
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance
88%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
84%

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