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Comparison: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV vs. Nokian Powerproof SUV (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Michelin summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Nokian (69%). Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2020 255/55 R18 test, where both the Pilot Sport 4 SUV and the Powerproof SUV were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 77% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Powerproof SUV also have A wet ratings. We also know where Pilot Sport 4 SUV is made - Poland/Spain.

Test Profile

Michelin
Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Nokian
Powerproof SUV
Number of tests
8
1
Best position
#1
#9
Average position
2.8
9.0
Latest test
2026
2020
Available sizes
142
29

These tyres were not tested together in the same test. The scores below are aggregated from different independent tests, so direct comparison should be taken with caution.

Dry
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
81%
Dry braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
85%
Dry handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
77%
Wet
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
78%
Aquaplaning - cross
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
91%
Wet braking
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
73%
Wet circle cornering
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
77%
Wet handling
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
78%
Comfort
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
96%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Comfort
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
91%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Exterior noise
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Costs
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
90%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Rolling resistance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
90%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
100%
Offroad
Confidence
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
82%
Handling on gravel
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
59%
Grass traction
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
83%
Gravel traction
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
82%
Mud traction
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
91%
Sand traction
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
100%
Nokian Powerproof SUV
80%

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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 1 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.

Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2020255/55 R18View

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