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.
1. Continental EcoContact 6 Premium2. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle3. Kleber Dynaxer HP3 Upper-middle4. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Lowcost5. Matador Hectorra 5 Lowcost6. Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 Lowcost7. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Lowcost8. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Lowcost
3. Semperit Speed-Life 2 13.714. Semperit Speed-Life 3 18.078. Matador Hectorra 5 34.25
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Exemplary3. Kleber Dynaxer HP3 Satisfactory4. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Satisfactory5. Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 Satisfactory6. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory7. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Satisfactory
2. Kleber Dynaxer HP3 Satisfactory3. Matador MP47 Hectorra 3 Satisfactory4. Continental EcoContact 6 Satisfactory5. Semperit Speed-Life 2 Satisfactory6. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended7. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 Sufficient
These tyres were tested together in 4 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.8 | 25.2 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37.4 | 28.1 | |||||
| Matador Hectorra 5 | 39 | 33 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37.4 | 31.2 | |||||
| Matador Hectorra 5 | 37.7 | 34.1 | |||||
| Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 | 34.9 | 29.7 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 39,0 | 28,8 | |||||
| Matador Hectorra 5 | 40,1 | 32,9 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 36,6 | 28,7 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 100,6 | 102,5 | 98,6 | ||||
| Matador Hectorra 5 | 96,4 | 93,9 | 99 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 100 | 100 | 100 | ||||
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