Comparison: Firestone Firehawk Sport vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Firestone (72%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has a better rating of 94% compared to 78% of the Firestone Firehawk Sport. The first tyre test of Firestone Firehawk Sport was done in 2023, compared to 2022 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the Firehawk Sport and the Pilot Sport 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Firestone Firehawk Sport dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (94%) of the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 also have A wet ratings. We also know where Firehawk Sport is made - Italy.