| Model | Ecsta STX KL12 | Firehawk AS |
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| Brand | Kumho | Firestone |
| Car type | SUV and 4x4 | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Tires scores compare | ||
| Overall | 64.7%  | 57% |
| Overall Dry | 64.3% | 82% |
| Corner Stability | 60% | 81% |
| Dry Traction | 70% | 85% |
| Steering Response | 63% | 81% |
| Overall Wet | 47% | 78% |
| Hydroplaning resistance | No data | 78% |
| Wet Traction | 47% | 78% |
| Snow performance | No data | 55% |
| Light Snow | No data | 65% |
| Heavy Snow | No data | 55% |
| Ice | No data | 46% |
| Overall Comfort | 80% | 67% |
| Ride Comfort | No data | 71% |
| Overall Noise | No data | 64% |
| Wear (tread life) | 70% | 76% |
| Buy again | 63% | No data |
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