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 (58%). In this particular case, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 has a better rating of 75% compared to 72% of the Nokian Powerproof 2. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2020 when was the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Powerproof 2 is made in Finland and
Victra Sport 5 is made in China.
