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Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Bridgestone Turanza T005

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data

On comparison, both Firestone Roadhawk and Semperit Speed-Life 3 are established summer tyres but each of them has its strengths and weaknesses. The Firestone Roadhawk shines with its efficient dry and wet handling abilities but tends to struggle a bit with dry braking and wet circle cornering. On the other hand, Semperit Speed-Life 3 has excellent wet braking skills, yet it demonstrates some weaknesses on dry terrains.


According to the most recent Autobild test, the Firestone Roadhawk clinches the 10th position among 53 tested tyres, with strengths lying in dry and wet handling, and wet side guide. The Semperit Speed-Life 3 got to position 12, beating 41 other tyres mostly due to its distinguished wet braking.


As per the Autoklub čR test, Semperit Speed-Life 3 handled better with a 10th position in comparison to Firestone Roadhawk's 11th place among a total of 19 tyres tested.


Further in an ADAC test, between 17 tyres, Firestone Roadhawk was placed at the 17th spot, showcasing its prowess in dry braking and wet circle cornering. Yet, Semperit Speed-Life 3 outperformed Roadhawk positioning itself 7 positions higher being the 10th tyre on the list, scoring high on metrics like aquaplaning, mileage, and wet braking.


In sum, both tyres by Firestone and Semperit have shown great performances in various testing conditions. Still, depending on the preference between wet and dry conditions, one might be better than the other. The Firestone Roadhawk is perceived to perform better in wet terrains while Semperit Speed-Life 3 seems to be an environmentally-friendly choice with balanced performance in wet and dry conditions.


As of now, no newer replacement models are available for either the Firestone Roadhawk or the Semperit Speed-Life 3.

Test Profile

Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Number of tests
21
14
26
33
Best position
#2
#2
#2
#1
Average position
11.9
18.1
7.5
4.1
Latest test
2024
2026
2025
2025
Available sizes
164
116
101
658

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Firestone Roadhawk
51%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Turanza T005
73%
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Wet Braking
Firestone Roadhawk
53%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
91%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
67%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
80%
Wet Handling
Firestone Roadhawk
18%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
91%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
53%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
69%
Wet Circle Cornering
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
82%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Firestone Roadhawk
61%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
77%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
66%
Aquaplaning Cross
Firestone Roadhawk
54%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
83%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
66%
Dry Performance
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Turanza T005
94%
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Dry Braking
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
88%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
94%
Comfort & Noise
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
76%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Turanza T005
61%
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Noise Exterior
Firestone Roadhawk
63%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
70%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
50%
Noise Interior
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
82%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
71%
Economy
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
87%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
78%
Dunlop
SP Sport MAXX RT2
Bridgestone Turanza T005
76%
Bridgestone
Turanza T005
Fuel Efficiency
Firestone Roadhawk
84%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
84%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
80%
Mileage
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
94%
Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
72%
Bridgestone Turanza T005
72%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2021225/50 R17View

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