68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
25 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Firehawk SZ90 vs General Altimax Winter+ — 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
94
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General Altimax Winter+ — better treadwear, handling and comfort. 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)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk SZ90 | Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk SZ90 | Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk SZ90 | Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk SZ90 | Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Altimax Winter+ leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk SZ90 | Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 100 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Firehawk SZ90 | General Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 94 |
| Dry | 76 | 90 |
| Wet | 67 | 90 |
| Comfort | 60 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 100 |
| Handling | 69 | 100 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
94
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Firehawk SZ90 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who find it a capable, high-grip performer and those who report significant issues with noise, uneven wear, and unpredictable handling. While some drivers praise its wet and dry traction, others cite concerns regarding stability and rapid tread degradation, suggesting inconsistent quality control or performance variability across different vehicle applications.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet surface grip
- Effective water displacement and braking performance
- Competitive price point
- Good longevity for some users
Cons
- Excessive road noise
- Rapid or uneven tread wear
- Unpredictable handling and stability issues
- Susceptibility to aquaplaning in certain conditions
Observations
- Users with sport-oriented vehicles, such as the Mini Cooper S, reported significant issues with aquaplaning and lack of confidence in wet conditions.
- Run-flat variants were specifically noted for a harsh ride quality and difficulty in achieving proper balance.
- Some drivers experienced uneven shoulder wear despite having proper wheel alignment performed.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Firehawk SZ90 | B · General Altimax Winter+ |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Winter Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Firestone
94
/ 100
General
Winner: General Altimax Winter+ — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
General Altimax Winter+ scores 100 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Altimax Winter+ scores 100 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
General Altimax Winter+ scores 90 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General Altimax Winter+ scores 90 vs 67 on wet.
Tire A · Firestone Firehawk SZ90
Tire B · General Altimax Winter+
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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.