In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (
Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Toyo). Generally,
Toyo summer tyres are slightly better rated (68%) than
Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Nokian Powerproof 2 has a better rating of 72% compared to 52% of the Toyo Celsius AS2. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 2 was done in 2026, compared to 2022 when was the Toyo Celsius AS2 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Powerproof 2 is made in Finland and
Celsius AS2 is made in Japan.
