Falken vs Firestone - Tyre Comparison

WINNER
Falken logo

Falken

Engineered for the Unexpected

4.2(4,321 reviews)
VS
Score
6-1
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Firestone

A Tradition of Quality

4.0(6,789 reviews)

Quick Verdict

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

Company Snapshot

Falken logo

Falken

Est. 1983

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Global Rank

#9

Employees

Part of Sumitomo (39,000+ total)

Price Range

Mid-Range

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Firestone

Est. 1900

Headquarters

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Global Rank

#11

Employees

Part of Bridgestone

Price Range

Budget

Detailed Comparison

Durability

Falken wins
Falken84
83Firestone

Wet Grip

Falken wins
Falken86
81Firestone

Dry Grip

Falken wins
Falken88
82Firestone

Comfort

Falken wins
Falken83
80Firestone

Noise Level

Falken wins
Falken81
78Firestone

Fuel Efficiency

Falken wins
Falken83
81Firestone

Value for Money

Firestone wins
Falken90
91Firestone

Pros & Cons

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Falken

Pros

  • Great performance for the price
  • Strong motorsport heritage
  • Good wet and dry grip
  • Popular with enthusiasts
  • Excellent all-season options

Cons

  • Not as refined as premium brands
  • Brand perception still growing
  • Noise levels can be higher
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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 Falken if...

  • You prioritize performance value seekers
  • You prioritize sports car owners
  • You prioritize all-season performance
  • You prioritize enthusiast drivers
  • You prioritize drifting community
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)

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)