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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Firestone (70%). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect was done in 2022, compared to 2024 when was the Firestone Roadhawk 2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect has C wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Firestone Roadhawk 2 has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect is made in France and Roadhawk 2 is made in Italy.

Test Profile

Michelin
Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
Number of tests
1
6
Best position
#3
#3
Average position
3.0
4.7
Latest test
2022
2026
Available sizes
14
146

Wet

Wet
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
53%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
Wet braking
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
38%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
75%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
50%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
66%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
Wet handling
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
48%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%

Dry

Dry
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
74%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
Dry braking
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
43%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
Dry handling
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
91%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%

Costs

Costs
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
55%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Pilot Sport CUP 2 Connect
55%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
85%

Comfort

Comfort
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%

Dimensions and prices

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