Segment
1. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle2. Nexen N Fera Primus Lowcost
Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Nexen N Fera Primus
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Today we're comparing two popular summer tyres — the Firestone Roadhawk and the Nexen N Fera Primus. This comparison aims to offer insights into their performance, strengths, weaknesses, how they fared in various tests, and which one offers better value for your money.
ULHP (Ultra High Performance) tyre, the Nexen N Fera Primus delivers excellent autonomous quality, and has been rated by us at an impressive 80%. The Firestone Roadhawk, on the other hand, has received a rating of 72%. These ratings are based on aggregated test results, consumer reviews, and mileage data.
In various mutual testings, the Nexen N Fera Primus consistently outperformed its Firestone counterpart. For instance, in the Autobild and ADAC tests, the Primus secured a 10th place finish, while the Roadhawk only managed positions 20 and 30 respectively.
The Firestone Roadhawk shines for its efficiency and lightness. It scores well on dry tracks, and the tyres have low wear and tear. However, it lacks balance and performs subpar in wet conditions. Overall, it's a decent tyre that offers good value, especially for those in drier climates. You can get more information about this tyre from Firestone's site.
The Nexen N Fera Primus, in contrast, stands out for its excellent aquaplaning resistance and safe wet handling. Despite delayed steering response and reduced tire life, this tyre's top-notch braking, dynamic wet handling, and lower price tag make it a worthwhile consideration. The greatest advantage of Nexen N Fera Primus is its excellent performance in wet conditions. You can find more about this tyre at Nexen's site.
To summarize, while the Firestone Roadhawk performs admirably, particularly on dry surfaces, it lags behind the Nexen N Fera Primus in terms of overall performance and wet handling. If you find yourself frequently driving on wet roads or live in an area with heavy rainfall, the Nexen N Fera Primus would be the better choice.
Number of sizes available
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Best position in test
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2. Nexen N Fera Primus 12.67
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Nexen N Fera Primus Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Nexen N Fera Primus Satisfactory2. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
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| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | |||||||
| Nexen N Fera Primus Rating: Satisfactory | |||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 36,6 | 28,7 | |||||
| Nexen N fera Primus | 37,2 | 27,7 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,8 | |||||
| Nexen N Fera Primus Rating: Good | 3,1 | 2,3 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
| Nexen N Fera Primus | 37,2 | 28,6 | |||||
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