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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Matador Hectorra 5 vs. Firestone Roadhawk

If you are considering two tyres, namely, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 and the Matador Hectorra 5, here's a performance breakdown based on our ratings and several tyre tests


The Semperit Speed-Life 3, manufactured by Semperit, hails from a line of outstanding predecessors like the Semperit Speed-Life. Our rating of this summer tyre is 47%, reflecting its dependable performance. In the Autobild test, it clinched the 23rd position out of 55 tyres, showcasing its notable competitiveness. Additionally, in the Autoklub ČR test, Semperit Speed-Life 3 outperformed several others by earning the 10th spot out of 19.


On the other hand, the summer tyre, Matador Hectorra 5, manufactured by Matador, has a rating of 10% on our site. With respect to test results: In the Autobild test it was positioned 43 out of 55 while in the Autoklub ČR test, it secured the 15th placement out of 19. Interestingly, Matador Hectorra 5 was acknowledged for its comfort features in the Autoklub ČR test.


Evolved from the Semperit Speed-Life, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 stands out with a better overall test performance compared to the Matador Hectorra 5. Whilst neither of these tyres has a newer replacement model, the strength of the Semperit Speed-Life 3 lies in its lineage and commendable summer performance while the follower of Matador Hectorra 5 earns plaudits for its comfort.


In summary, Semperit Speed-Life 3 outperforms Matador Hectorra 5 in mutual tests, boasting a higher overall ranking. However, the ultimate choice between these two tyres would be dependent on each driver's individual needs and preferences. Be sure to further explore each tyre's features via their detailed pages for a more comprehensive selection process.

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
87%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Matador Hectorra 5
75%
Matador
Hectorra 5
Firestone Roadhawk
87%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Wet Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Matador Hectorra 5
57%
Firestone Roadhawk
65%
Wet Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
96%
Matador Hectorra 5
89%
Firestone Roadhawk
94%
Wet Circle Cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 3
83%
Matador Hectorra 5
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
90%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Semperit Speed-Life 3
89%
Matador Hectorra 5
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
94%
Best: Uniroyal RainSport 5 (100.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
Semperit Speed-Life 3
84%
Matador Hectorra 5
79%
Firestone Roadhawk
92%
Best: Vredestein Ultrac (100.0%)
Best in category: Vredestein Ultrac (92.6%)
Dry Performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
84%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Matador Hectorra 5
82%
Matador
Hectorra 5
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Dry Braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Matador Hectorra 5
79%
Firestone Roadhawk
89%
Dry Handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
86%
Matador Hectorra 5
84%
Firestone Roadhawk
81%
Best in category: Continental PremiumContact 7 (99.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
99%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Matador Hectorra 5
99%
Matador
Hectorra 5
Firestone Roadhawk
93%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Noise Exterior
Semperit Speed-Life 3
99%
Matador Hectorra 5
99%
Firestone Roadhawk
93%
Best: Nokian Wetproof (100.0%)
Best in category: Nokian Wetproof (100.0%)
Economy
Semperit Speed-Life 3
67%
Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Matador Hectorra 5
79%
Matador
Hectorra 5
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Firestone
Roadhawk
Rolling Resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
67%
Matador Hectorra 5
79%
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Best in category: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (100.0%)

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