81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
7 owner reviews
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Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza GIII vs Firestone Firehawk 900 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza GIII if dry, handling and wet matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Potenza GIII leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Potenza GIII | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Potenza GIII leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Potenza GIII | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Potenza GIII | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Potenza GIII | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Potenza GIII leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Potenza GIII | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza GIII | Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 84 |
| Dry | 96 | 78 |
| Wet | 83 | 80 |
| Comfort | 66 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 88 |
| Handling | 91 | 85 |
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81
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza GIII is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry handling and provides predictable, communicative feedback at the limit. While users generally praise its longevity and reliability, opinions on wet weather performance and road noise are more polarized, suggesting it is best suited for drivers prioritizing dry-road engagement over absolute cabin silence.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and handling precision
- Predictable feedback when approaching the limit
- Strong tread longevity and durability
- Reliable braking performance in both wet and dry conditions
Cons
- Increased road noise during highway or long-distance driving
- Inconsistent wet weather performance compared to modern competitors
- High sensitivity to tire pressure adjustments
Observations
- Users reported excellent comfort and longevity on mid-size sedans like the Ford Fusion using 17-inch fitments.
- The tire demonstrates high versatility, performing well on both daily commuters and vehicles occasionally used for track days.
The Firestone Firehawk 900 is generally regarded as a reliable, balanced tire that offers commendable grip in both wet and dry conditions. While users appreciate its durability and comfort over rough road surfaces, the consensus is frequently tempered by reports of significant road noise, particularly with run-flat variants.
Pros
- Reliable wet and dry traction
- Strong durability and impact resistance against potholes
- High level of ride comfort and bump absorption
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, especially at lower speeds
- Run-flat variants may be unsuitable for certain vehicle suspension setups
- Dry grip performance can degrade noticeably as the tire ages
Observations
- Users operating on poor road infrastructure report high satisfaction with the tire's structural integrity.
- Owners of premium vehicles like the Audi TT have reported dissatisfaction with noise levels when using run-flat versions of this tire.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza GIII | B · Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
84
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Potenza GIII if dry, handling and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 90 vs 66 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Potenza GIII scores 96 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 88 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Potenza GIII scores 91 vs 85 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza GIII
Tire B · Firestone Firehawk 900
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.