Segment
1. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle2. Avon ZV7 Lowcost
Comparison: Avon ZV7 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
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In this article, we will be comparing two summer tyres: the Avon ZV7 and the Firestone Roadhawk. Both tyres are manufactured by reputable companies, Avon and Firestone, known for their quality products in the tyre industry.
The Avon ZV7 has an overall rating of 64% on our website, while the Firestone Roadhawk has a slightly higher rating of 71%. Neither of these tyres has been replaced by a newer model.
When looking at various tests, it is evident that the Firestone Roadhawk generally performs better than the Avon ZV7. In the ADAC test, the Roadhawk ranked 20th out of 50 tyres, whereas the ZV7 ranked 42nd. In Autobild 2020, the Roadhawk was praised for its performance on dry surfaces, efficiency, and low abrasion, while its main drawback was its performance on wet surfaces and weaker overall mileage. On the other hand, the ZV7 was noted for its relatively low fuel consumption but criticized for its poor performance on dry surfaces, low mileage, high abrasion, and weak sustainability.
In another Autobild test, the Roadhawk ranked 3rd out of 51 tyres, excelling in dry handling, wet handling, and wet side guide. In comparison, the ZV7 ranked 16th. In the ACE test, the ZV7 showed positive results in exterior noise, ranking 9th out of 9 tyres, while the Roadhawk ranked 7th with its strong performance in rolling resistance.
Strengths and weaknesses:
The Avon ZV7 stands out for its low fuel consumption and low exterior noise. However, it falls short in terms of dry surface performance, mileage, abrasion, and sustainability.
The Firestone Roadhawk excels in dry surface performance, efficiency, low abrasion, and rolling resistance. However, its weaknesses include wet surface performance and a slightly lower mileage compared to other tyres.
In conclusion, based on the test results and ratings, the Firestone Roadhawk appears to be a better overall tyre compared to the Avon ZV7. While both tyres have their strengths and weaknesses, the Roadhawk consistently ranks higher in tests and demonstrates better overall performance. However, if low exterior noise is your priority, the Avon ZV7 might be a suitable choice for your needs.
Number of sizes available
2. Avon ZV7 58
Number of tests
Best position in test
2. Avon ZV7 8.
Worst position in test
2. Avon ZV7 42.
Average position in tests
2. Avon ZV7 18.55
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Avon ZV7 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended2. Avon ZV7 Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
2. Avon ZV7 75%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
1. Avon ZV7 89%
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
2. Avon ZV7 55%
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
1. Avon ZV7 72%
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Firestone Roadhawk 71 dB2. Avon ZV7 ? dB
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Mutual tests
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Avon ZV7 Rating: Sufficient | 4,1 | 3,9 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Avon ZV7 | 65.1 | 28 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 67.7 | 30.9 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Avon ZV7 | 37,9 | 34,3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs | ||
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| Best values in test | 61 | 56 | 20 | 8 | 18 | ||
| Avon ZV7 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 41 | 41 | 16 | 8 | 13 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Conditionally recommended | 43 | 44 | 20 | 5 | 14 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Avon ZV7 | 35,3 | 35,1 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,2 | 32 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Avon ZV7 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2- | 3+ | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Avon ZV7 | 38,3 | 38,2 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,2 | 36,5 | |||||
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