Comparison: Falken Azenis FK520 vs. Firestone Firehawk Sport (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Generally, Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than Firestone (71%). In this particular case, the Falken Azenis FK520 has a better rating of 80% compared to 78% of the Firestone Firehawk Sport. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Azenis FK520 and the Firehawk Sport were tested. See more mutual tests below. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Azenis FK520 is made in Turkey and Firehawk Sport is made in Italy.