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Comparison: Firestone Roadhawk vs. Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

3 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
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Number of tests
21
14
9
Best position
#2
#2
#2
Average position
11.9
18.1
5.8
Latest test
2024
2026
2025
Available sizes
164
116
92

Performance comparison

Averaged from 3 tests

Wet Performance
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
84%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
86%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Wet Braking
Firestone Roadhawk
63%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
90%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
89%
Wet Handling
Firestone Roadhawk
68%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
90%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
89%
Wet Circle Cornering
Firestone Roadhawk
79%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Firestone Roadhawk
77%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
82%
Aquaplaning Cross
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
82%
Dry Performance
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
88%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Dry Braking
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
74%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
91%
Dry Handling
Firestone Roadhawk
87%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
77%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
84%
Comfort & Noise
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
74%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Noise Exterior
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
85%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
84%
Noise Interior
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
71%
Ride Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk
64%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
64%
Economy
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
55%
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Rolling Resistance
Firestone Roadhawk
68%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
56%
Fuel Efficiency
Firestone Roadhawk
84%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Mileage
Firestone Roadhawk
59%
Semperit Speed-Life 3
82%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
53%

Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
Autoklub ČRAutoklub ČR
Summer
2023205/55 R16View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2021205/55 R16View
ADACADAC
Summer
2021225/50 R17View

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