Comparison: Nokian Powerproof 2 vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo has a better rating of 87% compared to 64% of the Nokian Powerproof 2. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the Powerproof 2 and the Potenza Sport Evo were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo also have A wet ratings. We also know where Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.
Great news! We found mutual test data
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
You can explore discipline-by-discipline comparisons, view the spider chart, check price differences, and see which tests were used for this analysis. Or view the general comparison →
Mutual tests overview
Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
Tests used in comparison (1)
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
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ACE
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Summer
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2026 | 225/40 R18 | View |
Performance comparison
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Nokian Powerproof 2
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
Performance spider chart
Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.
Dimensions and prices
Compare prices across all available dimensions for these tyres.
