In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (
Barum).
Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally,
Nokian summer tyres are slightly better rated (60%) than
Barum (25%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 6 has a better rating of 83% compared to 72% of the Nokian Powerproof 2. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2025 when was the Barum Polaris 6 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 88% of Barum Polaris 6 has C rating. We also know where
Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.
