In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Hankook). Generally,
Hankook summer tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than
Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Hankook ION FlexClimate has a better rating of 90% 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 Hankook ION FlexClimate 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 Hankook ION FlexClimate has B rating. We also know where
Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.
