In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (
Kumho). Generally,
Nokian summer tyres are slightly better rated (60%) than
Kumho (59%). In this particular case, the Nokian Powerproof 2 has a better rating of 72% compared to 55% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2022 when was the Kumho WinterCraft WP52 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 95% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 has B rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Powerproof 2 is made in Finland and
WinterCraft WP52 is made in Korea.
