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Comparison: Nokian WetProof vs. Michelin Primacy 5

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 (84%) than Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Michelin Primacy 5 has a better rating of 84% compared to 59% of the Nokian WetProof. The first tyre test of Nokian WetProof was done in 2019, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin Primacy 5 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian WetProof dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin Primacy 5 also have A wet ratings. We also know where WetProof is made - Finland.

Test Profile

Nokian
WetProof
Michelin
Primacy 5
Number of tests
14
3
Best position
#1
#1
Average position
5.6
4.7
Latest test
2023
2026
Available sizes
47
126

Wet

Wet
Nokian WetProof
84%
Michelin Primacy 5
58%
Aquaplaning - cross
Nokian WetProof
72%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Nokian WetProof
81%
Michelin Primacy 5
51%
Wet handling
Nokian WetProof
86%
Wet braking
Nokian WetProof
85%
Michelin Primacy 5
65%
Wet circle cornering
Nokian WetProof
91%
Wet side guide
Nokian WetProof
89%

Dry

Dry
Nokian WetProof
78%
Michelin Primacy 5
73%
Dry braking
Nokian WetProof
87%
Michelin Primacy 5
76%
Dry handling
Nokian WetProof
80%
Michelin Primacy 5
69%
Dry lane changing
Nokian WetProof
81%

Comfort

Comfort
Nokian WetProof
79%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%
Exterior noise
Nokian WetProof
86%
Interior noise
Nokian WetProof
69%
Michelin Primacy 5
1%

Costs

Costs
Nokian WetProof
60%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Rolling resistance
Nokian WetProof
61%
Michelin Primacy 5
63%
Mileage
Nokian WetProof
56%

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