82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
3 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard vs Firestone firehawk S790 — 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
63
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
56/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard — better comfort, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 Driveguard | firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 65 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 Driveguard | firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 Driveguard | firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 45 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 Driveguard | firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Turanza T005 Driveguard leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turanza T005 Driveguard | firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 75 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard | Firestone firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 63 |
| Dry | 84 | 65 |
| Wet | 86 | 65 |
| Comfort | 83 | 45 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 65 |
| Handling | 90 | 75 |
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82
/ 100
Tire A
63
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard is generally regarded as a high-performing touring tire that excels in comfort and responsiveness, though user experiences regarding longevity and wet-weather traction are polarized. While many drivers appreciate the added security of the Driveguard run-flat technology, some report premature tread wear and inconsistent grip levels under aggressive acceleration.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Effective Driveguard run-flat technology provides peace of mind
- Improved handling responsiveness and braking performance compared to budget alternatives
- Strong durability for many users, with some reporting over 50,000 miles of use
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip under heavy acceleration
- Reports of premature tread wear in certain driving conditions
- Sidewall stiffness can be perceived as a negative for some, though it aids in stability
Observations
- Users with BMW E90 platforms reported superior performance and longevity compared to OEM Pirelli fitments.
- The Driveguard technology is specifically noted for reducing sidewall deformation on higher-profile tires (e.g., 60-series).
The Firestone Firehawk S790 receives a poor reception from users, primarily due to significant issues with directional stability and handling predictability. While the tire demonstrates adequate grip levels, the driving experience is described as exhausting due to constant steering corrections required to maintain a straight path.
Pros
- Progressive breakaway characteristics when grip is lost
- Adequate overall dry grip levels
Cons
- Poor directional stability and tracking
- High driver fatigue due to constant steering corrections
- Lack of ride comfort despite the profile specification
Observations
- Users transitioning from premium performance tires like Pirelli report a significant degradation in vehicle stability and handling composure.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard | B · Firestone firehawk S790 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Bridgestone
63
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard — better comfort, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 83 vs 45 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 86 vs 65 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 84 vs 65 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard scores 90 vs 75 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza T005 Driveguard
Tire B · Firestone firehawk S790
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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.