Comparison: Nokian zLine vs. Falken Azenis FK510 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken). Generally, Falken summer tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than Nokian (69%). But when it comes to comparing Nokian zLine and Falken Azenis FK510, the rating is the same - 0%. The first tyre test of Nokian zLine was done in 2015, compared to 2016 when was the Falken Azenis FK510 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Automotorsport 2018 225/45 R17 test, where both the zLine and the Azenis FK510 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian zLine dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (69%) of the Falken Azenis FK510 also have A wet ratings.