Comparison: Kumho Ecsta PS71 vs. Nokian Powerproof (2026)

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, Kumho summer tyres are slightly better rated (70%) than Nokian (69%). The first tyre test of Kumho Ecsta PS71 was done in 2018, compared to 2019 when was the Nokian Powerproof first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2020 245/45 R18 test, where both the Ecsta PS71 and the Powerproof were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Kumho Ecsta PS71 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Powerproof also have A wet ratings.