Firestone vs Goodyear - Tyre Comparison
VS
Score
1-6
Quick Verdict
Goodyear wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. Goodyear 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
Goodyear
Est. 1898
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio, USA
Global Rank
#3
Employees
72,000+
Price Range
Mid-Range
Detailed Comparison
Durability
Goodyear winsFirestone83
88Goodyear
Wet Grip
Goodyear winsFirestone81
89Goodyear
Dry Grip
Goodyear winsFirestone82
88Goodyear
Comfort
Goodyear winsFirestone80
86Goodyear
Noise Level
Goodyear winsFirestone78
84Goodyear
Fuel Efficiency
Goodyear winsFirestone81
85Goodyear
Value for Money
Firestone winsFirestone91
85Goodyear
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
Goodyear
Pros
- Good value for money
- Wide availability and dealer network
- Strong all-season performance
- Innovative technologies like Run-Flat
- Good warranty coverage
Cons
- Not class-leading in any single category
- Some models can be noisy
- Tread life varies by model
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 Goodyear if...
- You prioritize all-season driving
- You prioritize american-made preference
- You prioritize trucks and suvs
- You prioritize value seekers
- You prioritize run-flat needs
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)