Segment
1. Cooper Zeon CS8 Upper-middle2. Uniroyal RAINEXPERT 5 Upper-middle3. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle4. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Lowcost5. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Lowcost6. Sava Intensa HP2 Lowcost7. Debica Presto HP2 Lowcost
Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Barum Bravuris 5 HM vs. Sava Intensa HP2 vs. Debica Presto HP2 vs. Cooper Zeon CS8 vs. Uniroyal RAINEXPERT 5 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
Today, we are comparing two summer tyres, Semperit Speed-Life 3 and Barum Bravuris 5 HM, both popular models from reputable manufacturers. In our ratings, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 scores 59%, whereas the Barum Bravuris 5 HM trails behind at 39%.
The Semperit Speed-Life 3 is a successor to the previous model, the Semperit Speed-Life. On the other hand, the Barum Bravuris 5 HM doesn't have any specific predecessor model. Coming from Semperit, known for their quality and performance, the Speed-Life 3 positioned 10th out of 17 in the ADAC test and 12th out of 53 in the Autobild test. It stands out with its mileage and wet braking, however it does show weaknesses on dry roads and in its environmental impact. We suggest being cautious while driving on dry conditions and considering the eco-balance.
Meanwhile, from Barum comes the Barum Bravuris 5 HM, which secured the 15th position in the ADAC test and 29th in Autobild test, indicating it might not be as competitive. No particular strengths were highlighted in the tests, suggesting it's a versatile tyre but doesn't excel greatly in any one area. However, given its comparatively lower rating, there may be areas where it doesn't perform as strongly.
If we compare them side by side, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 seems to display more strengths and less significant weaknesses. It also is the winner in their mutual test positions. While both tyres have room for improvement, the Speed-Life 3 from Semperit comes off looking like the stronger choice. Yet, the choice also depends on individual preferences and requirements. We would highly recommend considering individual driving habits and conditions before settling on a tyre.
To summarize, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 scores better according to our ratings and test results, both with regards to mileage and wet braking. Barum's Bravuris 5HM, though more versatile and less specialized, fell behind in the tests. Therefore, between the Semperit Speed-Life 3 and the Barum's Bravuris 5 HM, our verdict is in favor of the former.
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Average position in tests
3. Debica Presto HP2 12.84. Semperit Speed-Life 3 18.075. Sava Intensa HP2 18.256. Cooper Zeon CS8 19.717. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 26.38
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Exemplary3. Debica Presto HP2 Exemplary5. Sava Intensa HP2 Good7. Cooper Zeon CS8 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
3. Debica Presto HP2 Satisfactory4. Sava Intensa HP2 Satisfactory5. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended6. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Conditionally recommended7. Cooper Zeon CS8 Sufficient
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(Overall rating)Wet braking
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Wet braking according to EU label
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1. Cooper Zeon CS8 70 dB2. Debica Presto HP2 70 dB
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
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(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 6 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Good | 2,6 | 2,8 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM Rating: Good | 2,9 | 3,2 | |||||
| Sava Intensa HP2 Rating: Good | 2,6 | 2,8 | |||||
| Debica Presto HP2 Rating: Good | 2,3 | ||||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 Rating: Sufficient | 3,3 | 3,6 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 71.2 | 31.3 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 69.3 | 29.5 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 65.4 | 27.7 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 67.7 | 30.9 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,3 | 3,4 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,8 | ||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM Rating: Satisfactory | 3,1 | 2,8 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 2,2 | ||
| Sava Intensa HP2 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,0 | 2,3 | 2,7 | 1,0 | 2,4 | ||
| Debica Presto HP2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,7 | 2,6 | 2,9 | 1,5 | 2,2 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory | 2,9 | 2,2 | 3,0 | 2,0 | 2,3 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 40 | 33,1 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 40 | 33,3 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 39,1 | 31,3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37,7 | 30,0 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 39,0 | 33,6 | |||||
| Sava Intensa HP2 | 36,4 | 33,7 | |||||
| Debica Presto HP2 | 36,3 | 31,9 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 38,0 | 34,5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | |||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | |||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | 2,0 | 2,9 | 2,9 | 1,5 | |||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM Rating: Satisfactory | 3,3 | 2,5 | 2,9 | 2,5 | |||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Poor | 4,9 | 2,8 | 3,0 | 2,5 | |||
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