Firestone vs Continental - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
1-6
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
Firestone
Est. 1900
Headquarters
Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Global Rank
#11
Employees
Part of Bridgestone
Price Range
Budget
Continental
Est. 1871
Headquarters
Hanover, Germany
Global Rank
#4
Employees
200,000+
Price Range
Premium
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Continental winsFirestone83
90Continental
Wet Grip
Continental winsFirestone81
95Continental
Dry Grip
Continental winsFirestone82
91Continental
Comfort
Continental winsFirestone80
89Continental
Noise Level
Continental winsFirestone78
87Continental
Fuel Efficiency
Continental winsFirestone81
90Continental
Value for Money
Firestone winsFirestone91
82Continental
Pros & Cons
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
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
Which Should You Choose?
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)
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)