In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (
GoodYear). Generally,
GoodYear summer tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than
Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 has a better rating of 95% compared to 72% of the Nokian Powerproof 2. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2023 when was the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 54% of GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 has B rating. We also know where
Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.
