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Comparison: Petlas Imperium PT515 vs. Firestone Roadhawk vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2

The Petlas Imperium PT515 and Firestone Roadhawk are both summer tyres with comparable performances in various tests. This comparison will determine which of the two stands out based on the criteria of handling, durability, and safety.


The Petlas Imperium PT515, a product of Petlas, made in Turkey, received an overall rating of 48% in our tests. On the Autobild test, it ranked at number 35 out of 53. Its strengths as observed in the ADAC 2018 tests were its durability and tread wear resistance, confirmed by its high mileage and low abrasion. However, it was assessed to have significant weaknesses in handling both wet and dry roads. Hence, it ranked 13th out of 16 in the ADAC test. Notwithstanding, it hasn't been replaced with a new model yet.


On the other hand, the Firestone Roadhawk, a summer tyre produced by Firestone, got a higher rating of 59% in our evaluation. In comparison to the Petlas tyre, it held a higher rank (10 out of 53) in the Autobild tests. The most lauded features of this tyre include its dry handling, wet handling, and wet side guide. As per the ADAC 2018 test, it was deemed efficient and light, with good dry road performance. However, the wet road performance was a weakness, along with the tyre’s lifespan. Despite this drawback, the Firestone Roadhawk managed to rank higher at position 5 in the ADAC test.


In summary, the Firestone Roadhawk and Petlas Imperium PT515 are both highly rated tyres each with their own strengths and weaknesses. However, the Firestone Roadhawk superseded the Petlas tyre in their mutual test ranks, indicating superior overall performance. Moreover, no new model has replaced either of the two, affirming their reliability and performance quality in the market.


It's essential for consumers to consider their specific needs and driving environments when selecting a tyre, emphasizing the importance of a balance between performance, safety, and durability.

Test Profile

Petlas
Imperium PT515
Firestone
Roadhawk
Firestone
Roadhawk 2
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Number of tests
5
21
6
3
Best position
#13
#2
#3
#2
Average position
24.0
11.9
4.7
3.3
Latest test
2024
2024
2026
2026
Available sizes
11
164
146
40

Wet

Wet
Petlas Imperium PT515
54%
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
86%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Wet braking
Petlas Imperium PT515
55%
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Aquaplaning - cross
Petlas Imperium PT515
66%
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Petlas Imperium PT515
71%
Firestone Roadhawk
79%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
95%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Wet circle cornering
Petlas Imperium PT515
60%
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Wet handling
Petlas Imperium PT515
30%
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
88%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Wet performance
Petlas Imperium PT515
58%
Firestone Roadhawk
24%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
70%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%

Dry

Dry
Petlas Imperium PT515
46%
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Dry braking
Petlas Imperium PT515
63%
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
81%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry driving behavior
Petlas Imperium PT515
51%
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
65%
Dry handling
Petlas Imperium PT515
30%
Firestone Roadhawk
88%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Dry performance
Petlas Imperium PT515
53%
Firestone Roadhawk
66%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
58%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
64%

Comfort

Comfort
Petlas Imperium PT515
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Exterior noise
Petlas Imperium PT515
70%
Firestone Roadhawk
62%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
66%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Interior noise
Petlas Imperium PT515
81%
Firestone Roadhawk
77%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
73%
Comfort
Petlas Imperium PT515
90%
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
90%

Costs

Costs
Petlas Imperium PT515
72%
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
68%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Fuel efficiency
Petlas Imperium PT515
65%
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
94%
Mileage
Petlas Imperium PT515
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
64%
Firestone Roadhawk 2
38%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%

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