84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
5 owner reviews
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Updated May 2026
Firestone Firehawk 900 vs Kumho Ecsta V730 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
187 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Kumho Ecsta V730 if dry and handling matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Ecsta V730 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 94 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 53 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 48 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 66 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ecsta V730 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk 900 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Firehawk 900 | Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 73 |
| Dry | 78 | 92 |
| Wet | 80 | 53 |
| Snow | – | 65 |
| Comfort | 90 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 75 |
| Handling | 85 | 88 |
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Headline score
84
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Kumho Ecsta V730 is widely regarded as a high-value, 'budget-friendly' 200TW tire that excels in dry track and autocross environments. While it may not reach the absolute peak lap times of top-tier 'Super 200' competitors, it offers exceptional consistency, heat tolerance, and longevity, making it a favorite for HPDE enthusiasts and budget-conscious racers.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and predictable handling characteristics at the limit.
- High heat tolerance with minimal 'greasy' drop-off during long track sessions.
- Superior tread life and durability compared to many direct 200TW competitors.
- Highly competitive price point offering significant value for money.
- Stiff sidewalls provide sharp, responsive turn-in and steering precision.
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance, particularly with standing water or worn tread.
- Requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperature, making them poor for cold-weather street use.
- Harsh ride quality and high road noise due to the stiff sidewall construction.
- Inconsistent performance when cold, leading to potential traction loss on street starts.
Observations
- Users with camber-limited vehicles (e.g., stock-class FWD cars) report that the stiff sidewalls and shoulder design handle limited negative camber well, resulting in even wear.
- Heavy vehicles (3500lbs+) note that while the tire handles the weight well, it requires careful pressure management to avoid overheating or premature shoulder wear.
- Drivers of lightweight platforms (e.g., Miata) report exceptional longevity, often getting an entire season of track and autocross use from a single set.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Firehawk 900 | B · Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | — | 6 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Firestone
73
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Kumho Ecsta V730 if dry and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 80 vs 53 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 90 vs 73 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Kumho Ecsta V730 scores 92 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 88 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · Firestone Firehawk 900
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta V730
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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.