86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
27 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport vs Kumho Ecsta V730 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
187 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better wet, comfort and treadwear. 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)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 94 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 35
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 53 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 48 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 66 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Sport | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport | Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 73 |
| Dry | 92 | 92 |
| Wet | 88 | 53 |
| Snow | – | 65 |
| Comfort | 83 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 75 |
| Handling | 91 | 88 |
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Headline score
86
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that delivers impressive wet and dry grip, often rivaling more expensive premium competitors. While most users praise its comfort, low noise levels, and steering responsiveness, a minority of drivers report concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and inconsistent feedback during spirited driving.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium rivals
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback for some drivers
- Reports of premature wear or tread degradation under harsh conditions
- Occasional quality control issues such as high-speed vibrations
- Braking performance occasionally cited as inferior to top-tier performance tires
Observations
- Users fitting these to performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution) noted significant improvements in steering sharpness over stock tires.
- Drivers of family-oriented or ladder-frame SUVs reported a surprising increase in ride comfort despite the tire's UHP classification.
The Kumho Ecsta V730 is widely regarded as a high-value, 'budget-friendly' 200TW tire that excels in dry track and autocross environments. While it may not reach the absolute peak lap times of top-tier 'Super 200' competitors, it offers exceptional consistency, heat tolerance, and longevity, making it a favorite for HPDE enthusiasts and budget-conscious racers.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and predictable handling characteristics at the limit.
- High heat tolerance with minimal 'greasy' drop-off during long track sessions.
- Superior tread life and durability compared to many direct 200TW competitors.
- Highly competitive price point offering significant value for money.
- Stiff sidewalls provide sharp, responsive turn-in and steering precision.
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance, particularly with standing water or worn tread.
- Requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperature, making them poor for cold-weather street use.
- Harsh ride quality and high road noise due to the stiff sidewall construction.
- Inconsistent performance when cold, leading to potential traction loss on street starts.
Observations
- Users with camber-limited vehicles (e.g., stock-class FWD cars) report that the stiff sidewalls and shoulder design handle limited negative camber well, resulting in even wear.
- Heavy vehicles (3500lbs+) note that while the tire handles the weight well, it requires careful pressure management to avoid overheating or premature shoulder wear.
- Drivers of lightweight platforms (e.g., Miata) report exceptional longevity, often getting an entire season of track and autocross use from a single set.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport | B · Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Sizes available | — | 6 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Goodyear
73
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better wet, comfort and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 88 vs 53 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 83 vs 73 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 78 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 91 vs 88 on handling.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta V730
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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.