Continental vs Firestone - Tyre Comparison

WINNER
Continental logo

Continental

Technology for Life

4.6(8,543 reviews)
VS
Score
6-1
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Firestone

A Tradition of Quality

4.0(6,789 reviews)

Quick Verdict

Continental wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Continental excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Firestone is better for value for money.

Company Snapshot

Continental logo

Continental

Est. 1871

Headquarters

Hanover, Germany

Global Rank

#4

Employees

200,000+

Price Range

Premium

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Firestone

Est. 1900

Headquarters

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Global Rank

#11

Employees

Part of Bridgestone

Price Range

Budget

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Continental wins
Continental90
83Firestone

Wet Grip

Continental wins
Continental95
81Firestone

Dry Grip

Continental wins
Continental91
82Firestone

Comfort

Continental wins
Continental89
80Firestone

Noise Level

Continental wins
Continental87
78Firestone

Fuel Efficiency

Continental wins
Continental90
81Firestone

Value for Money

Firestone wins
Continental82
91Firestone

Pros & Cons

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Continental

Pros

  • Outstanding wet weather grip
  • Excellent braking performance
  • German engineering quality
  • Great for European car OEM replacement
  • Good fuel efficiency ratings

Cons

  • Premium pricing
  • Limited truck/SUV options
  • May wear faster than some competitors
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Firestone

Pros

  • Very affordable pricing
  • Excellent dealer network
  • Bridgestone quality backing
  • Good warranty coverage
  • Wide size availability

Cons

  • Basic performance levels
  • Shorter tread life than premium
  • Limited performance options
  • Can be noisy

Which Should You Choose?

Choose Continental if...

  • You prioritize european vehicles
  • You prioritize wet climate regions
  • You prioritize safety-focused buyers
  • You prioritize highway driving
  • You prioritize luxury sedans
Price Range: $$$ (Premium)

Choose Firestone if...

  • You prioritize budget-conscious buyers
  • You prioritize everyday driving
  • You prioritize fleet vehicles
  • You prioritize american brand preference
  • You prioritize wide availability needs
Price Range: $ (Budget)