87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
18 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Firestone Firehawk AS vs Goodyear Eagle Touring — 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
Tire B
Goodyear
Goodyear Eagle Touring
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
43 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Firehawk AS — better treadwear, handling and comfort. 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)
Firehawk AS leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 65 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 48 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 89 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 54 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 45 | 45 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 75 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 58 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Firehawk AS leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Firehawk AS | Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 53 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Firehawk AS | Goodyear Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 78 |
| Dry | 94 | 89 |
| Wet | 87 | 84 |
| Snow | 79 | 77 |
| Comfort | 94 | 85 |
| Noise | 90 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 92 | 75 |
| Handling | 70 | 53 |
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Headline score
87
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 AS is generally regarded as a high-value, sporty all-season tire that offers impressive dry grip and handling characteristics. While many users praise its longevity and aesthetic appeal, there is a notable divide regarding its wet-weather performance, with some users reporting significant concerns regarding hydroplaning.
Pros
- Exceptional tread life and durability
- Strong dry traction and cornering stability
- Attractive aesthetic design
- High value-to-price ratio
- Responsive steering feedback and sidewall stiffness
Cons
- Significant concerns regarding hydroplaning in heavy rain
- Potential for tread cracking after extended high-mileage use
- Availability issues at local retail outlets
Observations
- Owners of RWD performance vehicles like the Ford Mustang and Infiniti G35 report high satisfaction with cornering and handling.
- The tire demonstrates robust durability on high-torque FWD vehicles, effectively resisting belt shifting compared to other brands.
- Drivers of heavy, body-on-frame sedans appreciate the increased sidewall stiffness for improved steering feedback.
The Goodyear Eagle Touring receives highly polarized feedback, often functioning as a polarizing OEM-fitted tire that satisfies some drivers with its comfort and price point while frustrating others with premature wear and inconsistent performance. While many users praise its quiet ride and value, a significant portion of the user base reports poor longevity and lackluster traction in adverse weather conditions.
Pros
- Quiet and smooth ride quality
- Competitive price point and value
- Reliable performance in dry, fair-weather conditions
- Satisfactory comfort for highway and long-distance driving
Cons
- Rapid and premature tread wear
- Poor traction and handling in wet or snowy conditions
- Difficulty maintaining balance
- Susceptibility to sidewall damage and road noise
Observations
- Users with larger SUVs and crossovers, such as the Jeep Wagoneer and Mazda CX-50, frequently report inadequate wet-weather performance and limited all-season capability.
- Tesla and other high-torque vehicle owners report mixed results, with some achieving decent mileage while others note that the tires require frequent rotation to avoid rapid degradation.
- Owners of sedans like the Honda Accord report inconsistent experiences, ranging from 'smooth and quiet' to 'loud and poor construction' depending on individual expectations and driving habits.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Firehawk AS | B · Goodyear Eagle Touring |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season High Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
| Sizes available | 4 | 29 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 18″ | 18″ – 24″ |
| Tread depth | 11/32″ | 8 - 12/32″ |
| UTQG | 480 A A | 350 - 560 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Firestone
78
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Firestone Firehawk AS — better treadwear, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 92 vs 75 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 70 vs 53 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 94 vs 85 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Firestone Firehawk AS scores 90 vs 84 on noise.
Tire A · Firestone Firehawk AS
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle Touring
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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.