Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS91 vs. Firestone Firehawk Sport (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 Firehawk Sport has a better rating of 78% compared to 36% of the Kumho Ecsta PS91. The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS91 was done in 2015, compared to 2023 when was the Firestone Firehawk Sport first tested. Important for this comparison is also the SportAuto 2023 225/40 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS91 and the Firehawk Sport were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 68% of Kumho Ecsta PS91 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Firestone Firehawk Sport has A rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Ecsta PS91 is made in Korea and Firehawk Sport is made in Italy.