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Comparison: Sava Intensa UHP 2 vs. Fulda SportControl 2 vs. Firestone Roadhawk vs. Barum Bravuris 5 HM vs. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

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Summary
Wet
Dry
Costs
Mutual tests
Buy %

#	Sava Intensa UHP 2 /63%	Fulda SportControl 2 /63%	Firestone Roadhawk /57%	Barum Bravuris 5 HM /25%	Maxxis Victra Sport 5 /75%	Kumho Ecsta PS71 /83%

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When comparing the Sava Intensa UHP 2 and the Fulda SportControl 2 for summer performance, both tyres score similarly on paper (our site rating: 63% each) but show different strengths in independent tests. Neither model currently lists a direct replacement—these are the latest entries tested here.

Sava Intensa UHP 2 vs Fulda SportControl 2 — quick framing: both are summer tyres aimed at value-conscious drivers who still expect confident wet and dry handling. For manufacturer references see Sava and Fulda.

Test positions and overall comparison

AutoBild (52 tyres): Fulda placed 9th, Sava 11th — a small edge to Fulda in that large comparative test.

ACE (9 tyres): Sava finished 2nd, Fulda 3rd — Sava shows a slight advantage in ACE’s objective wet and dry handling checks.

TyreReviews summary (2021): both tyres praised for wet reserves and short wet/dry braking; both criticized for limited/marginal tread life.

Strengths — Sava Intensa UHP 2

Excellent wet handling and aquaplaning resistance: ACE highlights very good objective wet handling and cornering; AutoBild also notes aquaplaning performance.

Strong dry behaviour: stable handling on dry roads and short dry braking distances.

Value: competitive price/performance ratio makes it an attractive budget sporty option.

Weaknesses — Sava Intensa UHP 2

Tread life: multiple testers note limited longevity compared with premium rivals.

Minor compromises on comfort/noise relative to some peers (less highlighted in tests).

Strengths — Fulda SportControl 2

Comfort and low exterior noise: AutoBild flags quiet running and good ride comfort — a selling point for everyday driving.

Wet braking and stability: ACE and TyreReviews praise wet braking and handling; strong aquaplaning resistance is also reported.

Rolling resistance: noted as a positive in AutoBild, which can help fuel economy.

Weaknesses — Fulda SportControl 2

Delayed steering response: testers reported a slightly hesitant turn-in feel, which can reduce on-centre precision in sporty driving.

Tread life: similar to Sava, wear is only moderate versus premium competitors.

Verdict — which to choose?
If your priority is the most confident wet handling and sharp objective performance in wet tests, the Sava Intensa UHP 2 edges ahead in ACE’s checks and delivers excellent wet reserves at a lower price. If you prioritize everyday comfort, low exterior noise and slightly better results in a broad AutoBild field, the Fulda SportControl 2 is the marginally better all-rounder. Overall test outcomes are very close — both tyres deliver strong wet performance and economical value, but both sacrifice some longevity compared with premium alternatives.

Choose Sava for sharper wet/dry handling on a budget; choose Fulda for a quieter, more comfortable ride with good wet braking. For full test details, see the tyre pages: Sava Intensa UHP 2 and Fulda SportControl 2, and manufacturer overviews at Sava and Fulda.

Segment

1. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle

3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Lowcost

4. Fulda SportControl 2 Lowcost

5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Lowcost

6. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Lowcost

Number of sizes available

1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 224

2. Firestone Roadhawk 161

3. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 161

4. Fulda SportControl 2 91

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 78

6. Sava Intensa UHP 2 76

Number of tests

1. Firestone Roadhawk 21x

2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 20x

3. Fulda SportControl 2 16x

4. Kumho Ecsta PS71 15x

5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 15x

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 8x

Best position in test

1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 2.

2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 2.

3. Firestone Roadhawk 2.

4. Fulda SportControl 2 3.

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 4.

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 8.

Worst position in test

1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 20.

2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 20.

3. Firestone Roadhawk 31.

4. Fulda SportControl 2 31.

5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 33.

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 46.

Average position in tests

1. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 8.45

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 9

3. Fulda SportControl 2 11.69

4. Firestone Roadhawk 11.9

5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 13.33

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 26.38

Year of the last test

1. Fulda SportControl 2 2026

2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 2026

3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 2025

4. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 2025

5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 2023

6. Firestone Roadhawk 2023

Best rating in test

1. Fulda SportControl 2 Exemplary

2. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary

3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended

4. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Highly recommended

5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Good

6. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Satisfactory

Worst rating in test

1. Fulda SportControl 2 Satisfactory

2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Still recommended

3. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended

4. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Conditionally recommended

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Conditionally recommended

Wet

(Overall rating)

Firestone
Roadhawk

78%

Kumho
Ecsta PS71

78%

Fulda
SportControl 2

76%

Sava
Intensa UHP 2

75%

Maxxis
Victra Sport 5

75%

Barum
Bravuris 5 HM

59.7%

Wet handling

1. Firestone Roadhawk 88%

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 81%

3. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 79%

4. Fulda SportControl 2 72%

5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 69%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Aquaplaning - cross

1. Fulda SportControl 2 85%

2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 85%

3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 80%

4. Firestone Roadhawk 70%

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 69%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

1. Firestone Roadhawk 82%

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 80%

3. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 78%

4. Fulda SportControl 2 78%

5. Sava Intensa UHP 2 76%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Wet circle cornering

1. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 78%

2. Fulda SportControl 2 77%

3. Kumho Ecsta PS71 76%

4. Sava Intensa UHP 2 74%

5. Firestone Roadhawk 70%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Wet braking according to EU label

1. Fulda SportControl 2 A

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 A

3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 A

4. Firestone Roadhawk A

5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM B

6. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ?

Dry

(Overall rating)

Firestone
Roadhawk

95%

Kumho
Ecsta PS71

79%

Sava
Intensa UHP 2

79%

Fulda
SportControl 2

74%

Maxxis
Victra Sport 5

74%

Barum
Bravuris 5 HM

61%

Dry handling

1. Firestone Roadhawk 95%

2. Kumho Ecsta PS71 85%

3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 77%

4. Fulda SportControl 2 71%

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 65%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Comfort

(Overall rating)

Fulda
SportControl 2

72%

Sava
Intensa UHP 2

69%

Maxxis
Victra Sport 5

68%

Firestone
Roadhawk

66%

Barum
Bravuris 5 HM

61%

Kumho
Ecsta PS71

59%

Exterior noise

1. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 75%

2. Fulda SportControl 2 73%

3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 71%

4. Firestone Roadhawk 66%

5. Kumho Ecsta PS71 48%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Outside noise accoring to EU label

1. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ?

2. Fulda SportControl 2 ?

3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 ?

4. Firestone Roadhawk ?

5. Kumho Ecsta PS71 ?

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM ?

Costs

(Overall rating)

Barum
Bravuris 5 HM

84%

Sava
Intensa UHP 2

75%

Firestone
Roadhawk

70%

Fulda
SportControl 2

67%

Maxxis
Victra Sport 5

64%

Kumho
Ecsta PS71

52%

Mileage

1. Sava Intensa UHP 2 66%

2. Fulda SportControl 2 61%

3. Firestone Roadhawk 59%

4. Kumho Ecsta PS71 52%

5. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 49%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Rolling resistance

1. Firestone Roadhawk 95%

2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 70%

3. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 69%

4. Fulda SportControl 2 68%

5. Kumho Ecsta PS71 54%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Price/value

1. Sava Intensa UHP 2 88%

2. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 74%

3. Fulda SportControl 2 73%

4. Firestone Roadhawk 57%

5. Kumho Ecsta PS71 50%

6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 0%

Fuel consumption according to EU label

1. Sava Intensa UHP 2 C

2. Fulda SportControl 2 C

3. Firestone Roadhawk C

4. Kumho Ecsta PS71 C

5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM C

6. Maxxis Victra Sport 5 ?

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Mutual Tests Available

These tyres were tested together in 12 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

Autobild Summer tyre test 2026 245/45 R19

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	32.8	25.2
Sava Intensa UHP 2	35.2	30.2
Fulda SportControl 2	35.5	29.9
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2025 225/40 R18

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	32.6	27.4
Sava Intensa UHP 2	35.9	34.4
Fulda SportControl 2	36.2	33.9
Maxxis Victra Sport 5	33.9	29.2
Kumho Ecsta PS71	34.2	27.4
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	2+	1-	1
Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Satisfactory	2-	2-	2
Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Satisfactory	2-	2-	2-
Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Rating: Satisfactory	2+	2	3+
Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Good	2	2-	2-
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	58.1	24.8
Sava Intensa UHP 2	61.7	27.4
Fulda SportControl 2	63.9	29
Firestone Roadhawk	67.7	30.9
Barum Bravuris 5 HM	69.3	29.5
Maxxis Victra Sport 5	60.8	26.7
Kumho Ecsta PS71	61.7	26.6
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	1	2+	1+
Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Good	2	2	2-
Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Good	2	2-	2-
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	35,7	27,5
Sava Intensa UHP 2	36,3	29,8
Fulda SportControl 2	36,5	29,4
Firestone Roadhawk	37,7	32,8
Barum Bravuris 5 HM	40	33,3
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ACE Summer tyre test 2020 215/55 R17

Name	Wet	Dry	Rolling resistance	Noise	Running costs
Best values in test	61	56	20	8	18
Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Recommended	56	47	17	8	18
Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Recommended	61	47	17	8	12
Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Conditionally recommended	43	44	20	5	14
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2020 245/45 R18

Name	Stopping distance on dry	Stopping distance on wet
Best values in test	32,1	28,7
Sava Intensa UHP 2	34,7	35,5
Fulda SportControl 2	34,2	31,7
Firestone Roadhawk	34,3	30,8
Barum Bravuris 5 HM	37,7	36,1
Maxxis Victra Sport 5	34,8	33,4
Kumho Ecsta PS71	34,9	29
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2019 225/45 R17

Name	Wet	Dry	Running costs
Best values in test	1	1	1
Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Good	2-	2+	1-
Fulda SportControl 2 Rating: Exemplary	2	2+	2
Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory	3+	2-	2-
Kumho Ecsta PS71 Rating: Satisfactory	2	2-	3-
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