82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Continental PureContact vs Firestone Firehawk AS — 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
91
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
18 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Firehawk AS — better dry, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Firehawk AS leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 50 |
| SimpleTire owners | 96 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | 86 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | 91 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | 90 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | PureContact | Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental PureContact | Firestone Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 91 |
| Dry | 80 | 94 |
| Wet | 80 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 79 |
| Comfort | 90 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 90 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 92 |
| Handling | – | 70 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
91
/ 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 Continental PureContact is perceived as a comfort-oriented all-season tire that excels in providing a quiet and smooth ride quality. While users acknowledge a trade-off in handling precision due to the tire's construction, it remains a reliable choice for drivers prioritizing cabin refinement and domestic manufacturing.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and noise reduction
- Smooth handling characteristics
- High-quality construction with no vibration issues
- Made in the USA
Cons
- Reduced handling performance compared to sportier alternatives
- Single-ply sidewall construction may feel less rigid
Observations
- Users seeking to mitigate cabin noise in naturally loud vehicles report significant improvements in ride quality.
- The tire demonstrates excellent balance and stability when paired with factory rims and road force balancing.
The Firestone FireHawk AS is generally regarded as a high-value, sporty all-season tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics. While many users praise its longevity and aesthetic appeal, there is a notable divide regarding its wet-weather performance, with some users reporting significant concerns regarding hydroplaning.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong dry traction and cornering stability
- Attractive aesthetic design
- High value-to-price ratio
- Responsive steering feedback and sidewall stiffness
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding hydroplaning in heavy rain
- Potential for tread cracking after extended high-mileage use
- Availability issues at local retail outlets
Observations
- Owners of RWD performance vehicles like the Ford Mustang and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with cornering and handling.
- The tire demonstrates robust durability on high-torque FWD vehicles, effectively resisting belt shifting compared to other brands.
- Drivers of heavy, body-on-frame sedans appreciate the increased sidewall stiffness for improved steering feedback.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental PureContact | B · Firestone Firehawk AS |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 4 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 18″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 480 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 70,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi | 44 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Continental
91
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Firehawk AS — better dry, treadwear and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 94 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 92 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 87 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 94 vs 90 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental PureContact
Tire B · Firestone Firehawk AS
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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.