In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Falken). Generally,
Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than
Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Nokian Powerproof 2 has a better rating of 72% compared to 55% of the Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2023 when was the Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro has B rating. We also know where
Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.
