Comparison: Kumho WinterCraft WP52 vs. Nokian Snowproof 2 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Nokian winter tyres are slightly better rated (72%) than Kumho (71%). In this particular case, the Nokian Snowproof 2 has a better rating of 73% compared to 65% of the Kumho WinterCraft WP52. The first tyre test of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 was done in 2022, 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 WinterCraft WP52 and the Snowproof 2 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Kumho WinterCraft WP52 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Snowproof 2 also have B wet ratings. We also know where WinterCraft WP52 is made - Korea.