74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
67/100
108 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza T001 vs Firestone RoadHawk — Compared (September 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
66/100
44 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Firestone RoadHawk if dry matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
RoadHawk leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 95% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | 76 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 73 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 39 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 71 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 91 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 55 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Turanza T001 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T001 | RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 63 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 82 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T001 | Firestone RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 66 |
| Dry | 79 | 84 |
| Wet | 88 | 75 |
| Comfort | 72 | 52 |
| Noise | – | 91 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 55 |
| Handling | 67 | 63 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% #6/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | 98% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -3.1 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 81% #10/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | 82% #9/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | -0.7 | Same test |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | 9% #11/49 · 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test | +10.9 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 100% #1/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | 98% #4/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | +2.4 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% #1/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | 95% #6/12 · 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre Test | +5.1 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T001 receives a polarized reception from users, often serving as a divisive factory-fitted tire. While many drivers appreciate its dry-weather handling, steering feedback, and comfort, a significant portion of the user base reports concerns regarding inconsistent wet-weather performance and premature tread wear.
Pros
- Solid dry-weather grip and handling
- Responsive steering feedback
- Generally comfortable ride quality
- Good value for money at certain price points
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor wet-weather traction and aquaplaning resistance
- Rapid and uneven tread wear reported by many users
- High road noise levels on certain surfaces
- Susceptibility to punctures and sidewall softness
Observations
- Users with FWD vehicles frequently report understeer and rapid front-tire wear compared to rear-axle longevity.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-performance driving styles noted significantly lower mileage expectations than the tire's touring classification suggests.
- Some users on 17-inch and larger wheels noted that the tire's sidewall stiffness can lead to a harsh ride on imperfect road surfaces.
The Firestone RoadHawk is a polarizing mid-range tire that excels in comfort and wet-weather grip for daily commuting but suffers from significant durability concerns. While many users praise its value and performance on smaller, lighter vehicles, a substantial portion of owners report rapid, uneven tread wear and soft sidewalls that compromise handling precision during spirited driving.
Pros
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- High levels of ride comfort and noise suppression
- Competitive price point compared to premium brands
- Effective performance for standard, non-sporty daily driving
Cons
- Rapid and often uneven tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'mushy' feel and visual appearance of under-inflation
- Lack of steering feedback and precision in cornering
- Reports of premature cracking or perishing in low-mileage scenarios
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Fiesta, Golf) report higher satisfaction regarding comfort and handling compared to owners of heavier diesel estates or vans.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles frequently report significant sidewall deflection and poor cornering confidence, often requiring higher tire pressures to compensate.
- The tire is frequently criticized for lack of stability when fitted to commercial vans, with users noting a 'wobbling' sensation under load.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T001 | B · Firestone RoadHawk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Bridgestone
66
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T001 — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Firestone RoadHawk if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza T001 scores 72 vs 52 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Turanza T001 scores 88 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Turanza T001 scores 63 vs 55 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone RoadHawk scores 84 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza T001
Tire B · Firestone RoadHawk
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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.