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Comparison: Nokian Powerproof 2 vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Nokian (60%). The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2024 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the Powerproof 2 and the Pilot Sport 4S were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof 2 has A wet grip rating, whereas 70% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4S has B rating. We also know where Powerproof 2 is made - Finland.

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (1)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
ACE ACE
Summer
2026 225/40 R18 View

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Nokian Powerproof 2
72%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
81%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Wet Braking
Nokian Powerproof 2
74%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
80%
Wet Handling
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
84%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Nokian Powerproof 2
42%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
75%
Best: Falken Azenis FK520 (92.0%)
Aquaplaning Cross
Nokian Powerproof 2
86%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
86%
Best: Falken Azenis FK520 (100.0%)
Best in category: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S (81.3%)
Dry Performance
Nokian Powerproof 2
61%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
82%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Dry Braking
Nokian Powerproof 2
69%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%
Dry Handling
Nokian Powerproof 2
71%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
96%
Dry Lane Change
Nokian Powerproof 2
42%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
75%
Best in category: Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) (88.0%)
Comfort & Noise
Nokian Powerproof 2
66%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
52%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Noise Exterior
Nokian Powerproof 2
66%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
52%
Best in category: Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 (79.0%)
Economy
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%
Nokian
Powerproof 2
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%
Michelin
Pilot Sport 4S
Rolling Resistance
Nokian Powerproof 2
84%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
76%

Performance spider chart

Visual comparison of all performance categories from mutual tests.

Dimensions and prices

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