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Comparison: Nokian Powerproof vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Nokian (60%). The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Powerproof is made - Finland.

Test Profile

Nokian
Powerproof
Pirelli
Cinturato (C3)
Number of tests
11
4
Best position
#2
#1
Average position
7.5
3.3
Latest test
2022
2026
Available sizes
53

Dry

Dry
Nokian Powerproof
83%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
100%
Dry braking
Nokian Powerproof
88%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
100%
Dry handling
Nokian Powerproof
84%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
100%
Dry lane changing
Nokian Powerproof
87%

Wet

Wet
Nokian Powerproof
80%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
94%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nokian Powerproof
81%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
94%
Wet braking
Nokian Powerproof
79%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
97%
Wet handling
Nokian Powerproof
86%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
89%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nokian Powerproof
72%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
100%
Wet circle cornering
Nokian Powerproof
82%
Wet side guide
Nokian Powerproof
79%

Offroad

Offroad
Nokian Powerproof
90%

Comfort

Comfort
Nokian Powerproof
76%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
89%
Exterior noise
Nokian Powerproof
64%
Comfort
Nokian Powerproof
64%

Costs

Costs
Nokian Powerproof
65%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
87%
Rolling resistance
Nokian Powerproof
70%
Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
87%
Mileage
Nokian Powerproof
54%

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