Comparison: Nokian Powerproof vs. Pirelli P ZERO (2026)

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 (85%) than Nokian (69%). But when it comes to comparing Nokian Powerproof and Pirelli P ZERO, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof was done in 2019, compared to 2015 when was the Pirelli P ZERO first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AutoMotorSport 2020 225/45 R18 test, where both the Powerproof and the P ZERO were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Powerproof has A wet grip rating, whereas 53% of Pirelli P ZERO has B rating. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Powerproof is made in Finland and P ZERO is made in Italy.