Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Hankook Ventus Prime 4 vs. Bridgestone Turanza 6

Comparing the Firestone Roadhawk and the Hankook Ventus Prime 4, the latter emerges as the superior model according to various tyre tests results. Let's delve deeper into the specifics of each tyre to provide a fair comparison.

The Firestone Roadhawk, according to our ratings, received 72% score. In the Autobild test amongst 51 tyres, it came in at 30th place, while it secured 11th and 20th positions in Autoklub ČR and ADAC tests respectively. The Roadhawk received praise for being efficient and lightweight with low wear. Its strength lies in its performance on dry roads. However, it's not without its weaknesses, with the main issues being inadequate performance on wet surfaces and lower mileage.

On the other hand, the Hankook Ventus Prime 4, a strong follow-up to the previous model Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125, surpasses Roadhawk in terms of our rating, achieving an impressive 85%. It outperformed Roadhawk in all mutual tests. According to Autobild, it secured the 2nd position out of 51 tyres, showcasing excellence in dry braking, dry handling, and wet braking. In both Autoklub ČR and ADAC, the Ventus Prime 4 ranked higher than the Roadhawk, claiming 9th place in each. Its key strengths include balanced performance on both dry and wet roads. Minimal weaknesses were found, with slight issues in aquaplaning and efficiency.

From the comparison, it's evident that the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 outperforms the Firestone Roadhawk overall. Regardless of the strengths of Firestone Roadhawk, the Ventus Prime 4 offers stronger all-round performance, making it a clear choice for those seeking reliable summer tyres.

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In conclusion, both the Firestone Roadhawk and Hankook Ventus Prime 4 offer credible performances, but the Hankook Ventus Prime 4 stands out as a better performer in tyre tests overall. It's, therefore, an excellent choice considering the balance of its strengths and weaknesses.