Comparison: Barum Polaris 5 vs. Nokian Snowproof 2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (78%) than Nokian (72%). In this particular case, the Nokian Snowproof 2 has a better rating of 73% compared to 72% of the Barum Polaris 5. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2023 when was the Nokian Snowproof 2 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the Snowproof 2 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 5 has C wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Nokian Snowproof 2 has B rating. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.