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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs. Nokian Powerproof 2

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (84%) than Nokian (60%). The first tyre test of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S was done in 2024, compared to 2026 when was the Nokian Powerproof 2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4S and the Powerproof 2 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 70% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A rating.

Test Profile

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Number of tests
3
Best position
#6
Average position
9.0
Latest test
2026
Available sizes
91

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
81%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Nokian Powerproof 2
72%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Wet Braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
80%
Nokian Powerproof 2
74%
Wet Handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
84%
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
75%
Nokian Powerproof 2
42%
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
86%
Nokian Powerproof 2
86%
Dry Performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
82%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Nokian Powerproof 2
61%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Dry Braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%
Nokian Powerproof 2
69%
Dry Handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
96%
Nokian Powerproof 2
71%
Dry Lane Change
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
75%
Nokian Powerproof 2
42%
Comfort & Noise
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
52%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Nokian Powerproof 2
66%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Noise Exterior
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
52%
Nokian Powerproof 2
66%
Economy
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Rolling Resistance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ACEACE
Summer
2026225/40 R18View

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