Segment
1. Uniroyal RainSport 5 Upper-middle2. Firestone Roadhawk Upper-middle
Comparison: Uniroyal RainSport 5 vs. Firestone Roadhawk
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When deciding between Uniroyal RainSport 5 and Firestone Roadhawk, it is crucial to consider all aspects and conditions, including the ground surface, the weather, and even the driving style. Both tyres have the same rating from us (72%), yet their performances vary depending on tests and conditions.
The Uniroyal RainSport 5 from Uniroyal seems to outrun the Firestone Roadhawk in conditions involving aquaplaning - longitudal and cross - as seen across numerous tests. Major strengths include safe handling on wet surfaces and quality aquaplaning properties. However, it does have its weaknesses, with complains regarding a weaker performance on dry surfaces, spongy driving behaviour, and a reduced side guide on dry tracks. The tyre also shows considerable weakness regarding environmental balance and sustainability, and its durability and fuel efficiency are subpar.
Firestone Roadhawk, on the other hand, manufactured by Firestone, delivers a solid performance on dry surfaces. It has been complimented for its dynamic handling and short dry braking distances. It also is well-regarded as a value-for-money tyre, despite an increased rolling noise. Its performance on wet surfaces leaves more to be desired, and its lifespan could be better.
In shared tests, the Roadhawk ranked higher on average. In Autobild, it was in 10th place compared to RainSport's 19th position out of 53 tested tyres. In Autoklub ČR, the Roadhawk ranked 11th, while RainSport 5 was 5th out of 19. In the ADAC test, RainSport 5 came 31st in the leaderboard, with Roadhawk higher up in 20th position out of 50 tyres.
In conclusion, the RainSport 5 excels in wet conditions, particularly in regards to aquaplaning, although fuel efficiency and dry performance needing improvement. With Roadhawk, dry conditions are where it shines, presenting good efficiency and low wear, yet its performance on a wet surface and lifespan could do with some work. Both tyres have their unique strengths, thus the selection comes down to personal preference and driving conditions.
Number of sizes available
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Best position in test
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Average position in tests
2. Uniroyal RainSport 5 15.83
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Firestone Roadhawk Exemplary
Worst rating in test
1. Uniroyal RainSport 5 Satisfactory2. Firestone Roadhawk Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
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| Uniroyal RainSport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | ||||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | dobré | ||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,4 | 25,8 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 37,9 | 27,7 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 36,6 | 28,7 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 104,7 | 106 | 103,4 | ||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 101,5 | 104,4 | 98,6 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 100 | 100 | 100 | ||||
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| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,3 | 1,8 | ||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 3,1 | 3,4 | ||||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | chvalitebné | 2,7 | 2,8 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 63.9 | 26.5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 67.7 | 30.9 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 38,4 | 33,5 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 37,7 | 32,8 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2+ | 2- | 2- | |||
| Firestone Roadhawk Rating: Good | dobré | 2+ | 2+ | 3 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 37,4 | 32,0 | |||||
| Firestone Roadhawk | 35,7 | 31,6 | |||||
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