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Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Sava Intensa HP2 vs. Firestone Roadhawk vs. Continental PremiumContact 6 vs. Kumho Ecsta HS52

Let's dive into a comparison of two summer tyres, Semperit Speed-Life 3 by Semperit and Sava Intensa HP2 by Sava. We will look at the strengths and weaknesses that set these tyres apart, based on various test results. The latter tyre replaces the previous Sava Intensa HP, while the former succeeds the Semperit Speed-Life.


The Semperit Speed-Life 3 has an overall rating of 47% from our website. In the Autobild test, it was ranked 12th out of 53 tyres, with wet braking listed as its best feature. In the ADAC test, the tyre was placed 16th out of 18, and automotorsport 2022 praised the tyre for its performance on wet roads, efficiency, and decent mileage. However, it also highlighted some weaknesses, such as imbalances and inadequacies on dry roads and in the environmental balance.


On the other hand, the Sava Intensa HP2 has received a rating of 65% from our site. It was placed 22nd in the Autobild test and 12th in the ADAC test. The automotorsport 2022 test noted the tyre's efficiency and lightness, however, pointed out the imbalances and driving insecurity on both wet and dry surfaces, and its slight weakness in terms of wear and mileage. It also noted the tyre's environmental balance as a point of improvement.


In terms of mutual test positions, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 outperformed the Sava Intensa HP2 in the Autobild test, but fell behind in the ADAC test.


So, which tyre is superior overall? Both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses. The Semperit Speed-Life 3 performs well on wet roads and scores high on efficiency, whereas the Sava Intensa HP2 stands out for its efficiency and lightness. Yet, both tyres face some criticisms, primarily related to imbalance, performance on dry roads, and environmental balance. Given the higher overall rating and better performance in the Autobild test, it is reasonable to lean towards the Semperit Speed-Life 3 as an overall better tyre.


It's clear that both tyres have room for improvement, but the final decision of which tyre is best should be based on the specific needs and requirements of the user.

Test Profile

Semperit
Speed-Life 3
Sava
Intensa HP2
Firestone
Roadhawk
Continental
PremiumContact 6
Kumho
Ecsta HS52
Number of tests
14
4
21
36
10
Best position
#2
#12
#2
#1
#2
Average position
18.1
18.3
11.9
3.1
6.0
Latest test
2026
2024
2024
2023
2026
Available sizes
116
22
164
296
104

Wet

Wet
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Sava Intensa HP2
78%
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Continental PremiumContact 6
84%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Aquaplaning - cross
Semperit Speed-Life 3
80%
Sava Intensa HP2
88%
Firestone Roadhawk
72%
Continental PremiumContact 6
68%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
66%
Wet braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Sava Intensa HP2
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Continental PremiumContact 6
91%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
80%
Wet handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
75%
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Continental PremiumContact 6
87%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Semperit Speed-Life 3
79%
Sava Intensa HP2
78%
Firestone Roadhawk
79%
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Wet circle cornering
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Continental PremiumContact 6
87%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Wet performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
89%
Firestone Roadhawk
24%
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
55%
Wet side guide
Semperit Speed-Life 3
88%
Firestone Roadhawk
92%
Continental PremiumContact 6
74%

Comfort

Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Sava Intensa HP2
74%
Firestone Roadhawk
71%
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
77%
Exterior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
78%
Sava Intensa HP2
74%
Firestone Roadhawk
62%
Continental PremiumContact 6
66%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
73%
Interior noise
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Firestone Roadhawk
77%
Continental PremiumContact 6
80%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
71%
Comfort
Semperit Speed-Life 3
56%
Firestone Roadhawk
67%
Continental PremiumContact 6
71%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%

Dry

Dry
Semperit Speed-Life 3
66%
Sava Intensa HP2
83%
Firestone Roadhawk
85%
Continental PremiumContact 6
90%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
87%
Dry braking
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Sava Intensa HP2
83%
Firestone Roadhawk
83%
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
89%
Dry driving behavior
Semperit Speed-Life 3
69%
Firestone Roadhawk
75%
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Dry handling
Semperit Speed-Life 3
61%
Firestone Roadhawk
88%
Continental PremiumContact 6
92%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
85%
Dry performance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
Firestone Roadhawk
66%
Continental PremiumContact 6
78%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
72%

Costs

Costs
Semperit Speed-Life 3
72%
Sava Intensa HP2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk
70%
Continental PremiumContact 6
79%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
76%
Mileage
Semperit Speed-Life 3
76%
Sava Intensa HP2
76%
Firestone Roadhawk
64%
Continental PremiumContact 6
85%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
79%
Rolling resistance
Semperit Speed-Life 3
65%
Firestone Roadhawk
74%
Continental PremiumContact 6
75%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
70%
Fuel efficiency
Semperit Speed-Life 3
82%
Firestone Roadhawk
78%
Continental PremiumContact 6
83%
Price/value
Semperit Speed-Life 3
81%
Firestone Roadhawk
61%
Continental PremiumContact 6
81%
Kumho Ecsta HS52
97%

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Summer
2023205/55 R16View

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