Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Cooper Zeon CS8 vs. Firestone Roadhawk vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71

Today we will be analyzing two summer tyres - the Semperit Speed-Life 3 and the Cooper Zeon CS8. Both these tyres have undergone numerous tests to gauge their performance under different conditions. Let's see how they fare against each other.

Manufactured by Semperit, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 is the advanced model of Semperit Speed-Life series. The Speed-life 3 has attained a commendable ratings of 59% on our page. It has secured the 12^th position out of 53 tyres in the Autobild test, and 19^th out of 50 in the ADAC test. According to the Autobild test, this tyre showed excellent wet braking abilities. In Autobild 2019 test, it is described as good on wet roads and efficient, with moderate life-span. However, it had weaknesses on dry roads and on environmental balance.

The other tyre in comparison, the Cooper Zeon CS8, is a product of the British manufacturer Cooper. Our rating puts this tyre at 42%. Performance-wise, it held the 26^th position in the Autobild test, and 33^rd in ADAC test out of 50 tyres. The Autobild 2019 highlights that the Cooper Zeon CS8 performs well on wet roads. However, it falls short on several aspects like performance on dry roads, environmental balance, life-span, wear and efficiency.

In terms of mutual test positions, the performance of the Semperit Speed-Life 3 consistently ranks significantly better than that of the Cooper Zeon CS8.

In summary, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 emerges as the more preferred tyre, with key strengths being its commendable wet braking and efficiency. Nevertheless, it could improve on its environmental balance and performance on dry roads. The Cooper Zeon CS8, while performing well on wet roads, could significantly improve on several fronts such as dry road performance, environmental balance, longevity, and efficiency.

It's important to note that both these tyres haven't been replaced with a newer model yet. However, we always strive to provide updated information and you can check the latest reviews and ratings on their respective pages.

Remember, a wise tyre choice can drastically improve your vehicle’s performance and your overall driving experience.