Comparison: Kumho Ecsta HS52 vs. Nokian Powerproof

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Nokian summer tyres are slightly better rated (60%) than Kumho (59%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta HS52 was done in 2022, compared to 2019 when was the Nokian Powerproof first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2022 215/55 R17 test, where both the Ecsta HS52 and the Powerproof were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Kumho Ecsta HS52 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Powerproof also have A wet ratings.