74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
69/100
91 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental Eco Contact 5 vs Firestone Firehawk 900 — 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
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, handling and treadwear. 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)
Firehawk 900 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Eco Contact 5 | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 85 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental Eco Contact 5 | Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 84 |
| Dry | 77 | 78 |
| Wet | 77 | 80 |
| Comfort | 68 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 74 | 88 |
| Handling | 69 | 85 |
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74
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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 Continental EcoContact 5 is a polarizing tire that excels in fuel efficiency and longevity but receives significant criticism for its wet-weather performance and road noise. While many users praise its low rolling resistance and durability, a substantial portion of the user base reports poor traction in wet conditions and high noise levels on coarse road surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent fuel economy and low rolling resistance
- High tread longevity and durability
- Reliable and predictable dry-weather handling
- Consistent performance across a wide range of vehicle types
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and increased risk of aquaplaning
- High road noise on coarse or uneven asphalt
- Thin sidewalls prone to bulging or damage from potholes
- Performance degradation as tread depth decreases
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Fiat 500, Renault Clio) frequently reported issues with wet-weather traction and wheel spin.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with high-torque engines noted that the tire's performance in the wet was particularly underwhelming during acceleration.
- Owners of vehicles with 17-inch or larger wheels reported higher sensitivity to road noise and surface imperfections.
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 · Continental Eco Contact 5 | B · Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| 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?
74
/ 100
Continental
84
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better comfort, handling and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 90 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 85 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 88 vs 74 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 80 vs 77 on wet.
Tire A · Continental Eco Contact 5
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.