Comparison: Nokian WR D4 vs. Michelin ALPIN 7

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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Nokian (60%). The first tyre test of Nokian WR D4 was done in 2015, compared to 2025 when was the Michelin ALPIN 7 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 97% of Nokian WR D4 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 7 also have B wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the WR D4 is made in Finland and ALPIN 7 is made in Spain/Germany.