70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
70/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone F700 vs Goodyear Assurance MaxLife — 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
65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
57/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone F700 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if treadwear 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)
F700 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
F700 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 85 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 61 | 30 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 95 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance MaxLife leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
F700 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | F700 | Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 48 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone F700 | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 70 | 65 |
| Dry | 84 | 79 |
| Wet | 61 | 42 |
| Snow | – | 74 |
| Comfort | 69 | 71 |
| Treadwear | 71 | 85 |
| Handling | 73 | 48 |
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Headline score
70
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone F700 presents a polarizing experience, often categorized as an early-generation eco-tire that offers acceptable dry-weather performance but struggles with consistency in wet conditions. While some users report satisfactory longevity and comfort, others cite significant issues with uneven tread wear and high road noise, leading to a mixed overall reception.
Pros
- Reliable dry-weather traction
- Good steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Competitive tread life for some users
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather grip and braking performance
- High levels of road noise
- Prone to uneven or irregular tread wear patterns
- Tendency to lose traction when pushed beyond moderate driving
Observations
- Users operating the tire on older compact vehicles, such as the Vauxhall Astra, report varying experiences ranging from high satisfaction to concerns over wet-weather stability.
- Longevity appears highly variable, with some users reporting premature wear while others note slow tread degradation over high mileage.
The Goodyear Assurance MaxLife is widely regarded as a high-longevity tire that excels in daily commuting and highway driving, though it sacrifices performance in wet conditions. While users appreciate the exceptional tread life and quiet ride, the consensus indicates significant concerns regarding traction in rain and standing water.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable performance for standard daily commuting
Cons
- Poor traction and handling in wet conditions
- Noticeable reduction in fuel efficiency compared to OEM alternatives
- Lack of sidewall protection for rim safety
Observations
- Tesla Model 3 owners reported significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather handling and a lack of rim protection.
- High-mileage drivers, such as rideshare operators, report high satisfaction with noise levels and tread endurance over long distances.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone F700 | B · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Touring tires | Premium Touring Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 46 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 11 - 13/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 820 A B |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 85,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
70
/ 100
Firestone
65
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Firestone F700 — better handling, wet and dry. Pick the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone F700 scores 73 vs 48 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Firestone F700 scores 61 vs 42 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife scores 85 vs 71 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone F700 scores 84 vs 79 on dry.
Tire A · Firestone F700
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance MaxLife
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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.