Comparison: Leao Nova-Force Acro vs. Matador Hectorra 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from (Leao) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador). Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Leao summer tyres are slightly better rated (42%) than Matador (22%). In this particular case, the Leao Nova-Force Acro has a better rating of 44% compared to 22% of the Matador Hectorra 5. The first tyre test of Leao Nova-Force Acro was done in 2025, compared to 2023 when was the Matador Hectorra 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Nova-Force Acro and the Hectorra 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Leao Nova-Force Acro has A wet grip rating, whereas 93% of Matador Hectorra 5 has B rating.