73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
71/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone Winterhawk 3 vs Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — 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
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
96/100
145 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Firestone Winterhawk 3 if dry matters 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)
Winterhawk 3 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 94% | 87% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 62 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 86 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 90% | 95% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 93% | 95% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 97% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 98% | 94% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 73 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Assurance WeatherReady leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Winterhawk 3 | Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 70 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Winterhawk 3 | Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 88 |
| Dry | 81 | 78 |
| Wet | 65 | 88 |
| Snow | 74 | 77 |
| Comfort | 73 | 95 |
| Noise | 78 | 92 |
| Treadwear | 75 | 91 |
| Handling | 68 | 95 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 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? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 94% #16/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 87% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | +6.9 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 98% #15/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 99% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -0.9 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 3% #32/48 · 2020 Winter Tyre Market Overview - 52 Tyre Braking Test | 33% #3/3 · Michelin CrossClimate 2 vs Continental CrossContact LX25 vs Goodyear WeatherReady | -30.2 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 97% #10/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 94% #5/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | +3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 98% #10/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 94% #2/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | +3.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 90% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -5 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 93% #20/20 · 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | 95% #3/5 · 2025 Car and Driver All Weather Tyre Test | -2.2 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Firestone Winterhawk 3 is generally perceived as a budget-friendly, average-performing winter tire that prioritizes comfort and longevity over high-performance handling. While some users appreciate its quiet ride and reliability in moderate conditions, others report significant shortcomings in wet weather and snow traction, leading to a polarized user experience.
Pros
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise
- Good longevity and tread wear resistance
- Affordable price point
- Satisfactory performance in dry conditions
Cons
- Inconsistent or poor grip on snow and ice
- Unreliable wet weather performance and braking
- Pronounced understeering tendencies
- Lack of steering feedback and road connection
Observations
- Users with smaller tire sizes, such as 155/65 R14, reported noticeable understeering and poor snow/ice performance.
- Performance feedback appears highly subjective, with some users finding the tire adequate for steady, non-aggressive driving while others find it lacking for more demanding vehicle dynamics.
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady is widely regarded as a highly capable all-weather tire that excels in adverse conditions, particularly snow and heavy rain. Most users report a significant improvement in confidence and traction over OEM tires, though this performance comes with a slight trade-off in fuel efficiency and occasional reports of increased road noise.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and handling in wet, slushy, and snowy conditions.
- High level of driver confidence and vehicle stability.
- Smooth and quiet ride quality on dry pavement.
- Strong performance as a versatile, year-round solution for varied climates.
Cons
- Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (typically 1-2 MPG).
- Reports of increased road noise or a 'hum' at certain speeds.
- Some users report faster-than-expected tread wear.
- Higher price point compared to standard all-season alternatives.
Observations
- Drivers of hybrid vehicles, such as the Honda Accord Hybrid, noted a more pronounced awareness of road noise, likely due to the quiet nature of the electric powertrain.
- Users with AWD SUVs and crossovers consistently praised the tire's ability to handle deep snow and heavy rain, often citing it as a major upgrade over stock tires.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Winterhawk 3 | B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Touring tires | All Season Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | — | 34 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10 - 11/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 700 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | — | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | — | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Firestone
88
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Firestone Winterhawk 3 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 68 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 88 vs 65 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 95 vs 73 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady scores 91 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · Firestone Winterhawk 3
Tire B · Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady
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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.