Segment
1. Cooper Zeon CS8 Upper-middle2. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle
Comparison: Cooper Zeon CS8 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
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| Dimensions | R15 - R19 | R15 - R21 | |
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The Cooper Zeon CS8 and the Firestone Roadhawk are top quality summer tyres made by renowned manufacturers Cooper and Firestone respectively. These tyres have both demonstrated impressive features and abilities in a number of tests. However, each tyre possesses its own unique strengths and weaknesses.
Starting with the Cooper Zeon CS8, this tyre delivered a solid performance scoring 56% on our rating scale. In comparison tests, the Zeon CS8 ranked 13th out of 51 tyres in Autobild's test, and 14th out of 16 tyres in ADAC's test. Particularly advantageous on wet roads, the Zeon CS8 still demonstrates some drawbacks. In Autobild's 2019 test, it was noted that the tyre has significant weaknesses on dry roads, low mileage and limitations in terms of efficiency and sustainability.
On the other hand, the Firestone Roadhawk offers a higher overall performance with a 72% rating from us. The Roadhawk outperformed the Zeon CS8 in both Autobild's and ADAC's tests, securing the 3rd and 4th positions respectively. According to Autobild 2019 tests results, the roadhawk performs well on dry surfaces, scoring the best in terms of dry handling and safety. Nonetheless, the tyre was reported to have some weaknesses on wet surfaces and in terms of mileage.
In summary, both the Cooper Zeon CS8 and the Firestone Roadhawk are commendable summer tyres. The Zeon CS8 may appeal to drivers seeking good performance on wet roads, despite some concerns about efficiency and sustainability. In contrast, the Roadhawk presents as a more balanced option, excelling greatly on dry roads and slightly less so on wet roads. Keeping in mind the differences in performance and test results, drivers can select the tyre that best suites their individual needs and requirements.
Please note: Neither of these models have been replaced yet.
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2. Cooper Zeon CS8 19.71
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Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary2. Cooper Zeon CS8 Satisfactory
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1. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended2. Cooper Zeon CS8 Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Offroad
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Mileage
Fuel consumption according to EU label
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Firestone Roadhawk 71 dB2. Cooper Zeon CS8 ? dB
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 38,9 | 33,0 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 36,6 | 28,7 | |||||
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| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 1,8 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 Rating: Sufficient | 3,3 | 3,6 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2,7 | 2,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 65.4 | 27.7 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 67.7 | 30.9 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 39,1 | 31,3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 38,0 | 34,5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 37,3 | 34,3 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,2 | 32 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2- | 3+ | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Exemplary | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 | 37,7 | 37,5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,2 | 36,5 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,6 | 3,0 | 1,0 | 1,7 | ||
| Cooper Zeon CS8 Rating: Satisfactory | 3,2 | 3,2 | 3,2 | 2,5 | 2,3 | ||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | 2,2 | 1,7 | 3,7 | 2,5 | 2,2 | ||
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