In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Nokian (60%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 85% compared to 64% of the Nokian Powerproof 2. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2026 when was the Nokian Powerproof 2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the P Zero (PZ5) and the Powerproof 2 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 83% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Powerproof 2 also have A wet ratings.
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s) with detailed performance data. This page shows you a comprehensive comparison based on actual head-to-head test results instead of general rankings.
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Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results
| Organization | Season | Year | Dimension | Action |
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ACE
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Summer
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2026 | 225/40 R18 | View |
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)
Nokian Powerproof 2
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