Segment
1. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Lowcost
Comparison: Semperit Speed-Life 3 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
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Let's take a look at two popular tyre choices: the Semperit Speed-Life 3 and the Firestone Roadhawk. Both of these summer tyres have been well-received in tests, but they each have their own strengths and weaknesses.
The Semperit Speed-Life 3, a model carried forward from previous models such as the Semperit Speed-Life, performed admirably in tests. The tyre's manufacturer ensured this model excelled in wet conditions with an outstanding performance in wet braking and other features. According to AutoBild and ADAC tests, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 achieved a balanced performance. However, the tyre showed some weaknesses on dry surfaces.
Strengths of Semperit Speed-Life 3
- Excellent performance on wet surfaces
- Efficiency and good mileage
Weaknesses of Semperit Speed-Life 3
- Not entirely balanced
- Weaknesses on dry surfaces
On the other hand, the Firestone Roadhawk scored well in dry handling, according to the Autobild test. However, the tyre's manufacturer, Firestone, found the tyre shows some weaknesses on wet surfaces. Despite this downside, the Firestone Roadhawk made up for it with its efficiency and durability.
Strengths of Firestone Roadhawk
- Good performance on dry surfaces
- Efficient and durable
Weaknesses of Firestone Roadhawk
- Less balanced
- Weaknesses on wet surfaces
- Higher noise level
In terms of mutual test positions, both tyres performed quite similarly in various tests. The Firestone Roadhawk came 10th in the Autobild test, while the Semperit Speed-Life 3 ranked slightly lower at the 12th position. The positions were reversed in the Autoklub CR test, showing these tyres perform comparably in different conditions.
Overall, the Firestone Roadhawk seems to have a better rating at 72% compared to the Semperit Speed-Life 3 at 65%. However, considering individual strengths and weaknesses, the decision falls upon individual needs and preferences. While the Firestone Roadhawk excels in dry conditions, the Semperit Speed-Life 3 is a more reliable choice for wet conditions.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 17.08
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Semperit Speed-Life 3 Exemplary
Worst rating in test
2. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Interior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry braking
Dry driving behavior
Dry handling
Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| 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 | |||||
| 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 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 100 | 100 | 100 | ||||
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| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,3 | 1,8 | ||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 2,6 | 2,8 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 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 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 71.2 | 31.3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 67.7 | 30.9 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | |
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3,3 | 3,4 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,8 | |
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,9 | 2,2 | 3,0 | 2,0 | 2,3 | |
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,7 | 1,6 | 2,7 | 1 | 1,7 | |
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3,0 | 2,4 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 1,9 | |
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,8 | 2,2 | 3,7 | 2,0 | 2,4 | |
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 40 | 33,1 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 1- | 2- | 2 | |||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | dobré | 2+ | 2+ | 3 | |||
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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 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 37,7 | 30,0 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 2,0 | 1,5 | 2,6 | 1,5 | ||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,0 | 2,9 | 2,9 | 1,5 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Poor | nedostatečné | 4,9 | 2,8 | 3,0 | 2,5 | ||
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