Comparison: Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Generally, Firestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) has a better rating of 87% compared to 81% of the Firestone Roadhawk 2. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) was done in 2025, compared to 2024 when was the Firestone Roadhawk 2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Firestone Roadhawk 2 also have A wet ratings.