In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (
Maxxis). Generally,
Nokian summer tyres are slightly better rated (60%) than
Maxxis (56%). In this particular case, the Nokian Powerproof 2 has a better rating of 76% compared to 65% of the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2019 when was the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Powerproof 2 is made in Finland and
Premitra AS AP3 is made in China.