Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Firestone Roadhawk 2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Firestone). Generally, Firestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Firestone Roadhawk 2 has a better rating of 81% compared to 76% of the Kumho Ecsta HS52. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2024 when was the Firestone Roadhawk 2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2026 225/50 R17 test, where both the Ecsta HS52 and the Roadhawk 2 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (98%) of the Firestone Roadhawk 2 also have A wet ratings.