69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
66/100
44 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone RoadHawk vs Toyo Proxes Comfort — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
85/100
15 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
18 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Toyo Proxes Comfort — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Firestone RoadHawk if noise matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Proxes Comfort leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 83 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 95% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Proxes Comfort leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 76 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 82 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 82% | 89% |
| Wet Braking - Concrete (% of best) | 70% | 66% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 99% | 98% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Proxes Comfort leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | 69 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 83 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
RoadHawk leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Proxes Comfort leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Proxes Comfort leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | RoadHawk | Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 74 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone RoadHawk | Toyo Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 79 |
| Dry | 84 | 87 |
| Wet | 75 | 81 |
| Comfort | 52 | 75 |
| Noise | 91 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 55 | 83 |
| Handling | 63 | 74 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 92% #8/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 88% #14/20 · 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | +4.7 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #26/48 · 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview | 95% #16/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | -2.8 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #5/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 99% #5/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | +0.7 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 98% #4/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 88% #3/13 · Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring Tyres | +9.6 | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Fuel | 100% #47/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 99% #8/10 · 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test | +1.5 | Different tests |
| Abrasion | Other | 55% #9/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 60% #25/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | -5.7 | Same test |
| Noise | Other | 100% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 99% #6/10 · 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test | +0.6 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 68% #9/20 · 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 70% #4/12 · 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested | -2.1 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 61% #31/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 83% #13/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -22.2 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 66% #6/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 67% #12/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/16 · 2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 | 9% #11/11 · 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | +10.9 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 94% #11/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 94% #11/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | +0.1 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 56% #16/20 · 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | 86% #13/20 · 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tyre Test | -30.4 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 0% #17/20 · 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 82% #32/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 89% #20/53 · 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test | -6.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | Wet | 70% #29/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | 66% #17/50 · 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test | +3.1 | Same test |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 99% #3/20 · 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | 98% #9/10 · 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | +0.8 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone RoadHawk is a polarizing mid-range tire that excels in comfort and wet-weather grip for daily commuting but suffers from significant durability concerns. While many users praise its value and performance on smaller, lighter vehicles, a substantial portion of owners report rapid, uneven tread wear and soft sidewalls that compromise handling precision during spirited driving.
Pros
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- High levels of ride comfort and noise suppression
- Competitive price point compared to premium brands
- Effective performance for standard, non-sporty daily driving
Cons
- Rapid and often uneven tread wear
- Soft sidewalls leading to a 'mushy' feel and visual appearance of under-inflation
- Lack of steering feedback and precision in cornering
- Reports of premature cracking or perishing in low-mileage scenarios
Observations
- Users with smaller, lighter vehicles (e.g., Fiesta, Golf) report higher satisfaction regarding comfort and handling compared to owners of heavier diesel estates or vans.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles frequently report significant sidewall deflection and poor cornering confidence, often requiring higher tire pressures to compensate.
- The tire is frequently criticized for lack of stability when fitted to commercial vans, with users noting a 'wobbling' sensation under load.
The Toyo Proxes Comfort is generally regarded as a high-value, reliable touring tire that excels in daily driving conditions. While most users praise its wet and dry grip, quiet operation, and competitive price point, a minority of drivers report inconsistent performance, particularly regarding ride harshness and handling feedback during spirited maneuvers.
Pros
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong wet and dry traction for daily commuting
- Low road noise and high levels of comfort
- Predictable handling and steering responsiveness
- Good tread longevity for high-mileage users
Cons
- Limited feedback during aggressive cornering
- Reports of ride harshness on certain road surfaces
- Occasional instances of early understeer
- Inconsistent wet weather performance reported by a small subset of users
Observations
- Users with FWD hatchbacks, such as the Honda Civic and Citroen C4, reported high satisfaction with grip and responsiveness.
- Professional drivers, including taxi operators, noted excellent tread life, with some reaching 26,000 miles.
- Exceptional manufacturing consistency noted by technicians, with minimal balancing weights required during installation.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone RoadHawk | B · Toyo Proxes Comfort |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
Firestone
79
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Toyo Proxes Comfort — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Firestone RoadHawk if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Toyo Proxes Comfort scores 83 vs 55 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Toyo Proxes Comfort scores 75 vs 52 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Firestone RoadHawk scores 91 vs 70 on noise.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Toyo Proxes Comfort scores 74 vs 63 on handling.
Tire A · Firestone RoadHawk
Tire B · Toyo Proxes Comfort
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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.