Comparison: Barum Polaris 6 vs. Matador MP93 Nordicca (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (78%) than Matador (50%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 6 has a better rating of 83% compared to 50% of the Matador MP93 Nordicca. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 6 was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Matador MP93 Nordicca first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Barum Polaris 6 dimensions has C wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Matador MP93 Nordicca also have C wet ratings.