Comparison: Firestone Winterhawk 4 vs. Viking WinTech (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Viking). Generally, Viking winter tyres are slightly better rated (64%) than Firestone (63%). In this particular case, the Viking WinTech has a better rating of 64% compared to 63% of the Firestone Winterhawk 4. The first tyre test of Firestone Winterhawk 4 was done in 2020, compared to 2019 when was the Viking WinTech first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2024 215/55 R17 test, where both the Winterhawk 4 and the WinTech were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Winterhawk 4 is made - Italy.