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Comparison: Michelin Primacy 4 vs. Nokian Powerproof (2026)

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
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%). But when it comes to comparing Michelin Primacy 4 and Nokian Powerproof, the rating is the same - 0%. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2022 215/55 R17 test, where both the Primacy 4 and the Powerproof were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 52% of Michelin Primacy 4 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Nokian Powerproof also have A wet ratings. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Primacy 4 is made in Spain/Germany/Poland and Powerproof is made in Finland.

Test Profile

Michelin
Primacy 4
Nokian
Powerproof
Number of tests
20
11
Best position
#1
#2
Average position
3.5
7.5
Latest test
2022
2022
Available sizes
367
53

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
74%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Nokian Powerproof
82%
Nokian
Powerproof
Wet Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
81%
Nokian Powerproof
88%
Wet Handling
Michelin Primacy 4
63%
Nokian Powerproof
88%
Wet Circle Cornering
Michelin Primacy 4
71%
Nokian Powerproof
79%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Nokian Powerproof
86%
Aquaplaning Cross
Michelin Primacy 4
69%
Nokian Powerproof
69%
Dry Performance
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Nokian Powerproof
75%
Nokian
Powerproof
Dry Braking
Michelin Primacy 4
79%
Nokian Powerproof
90%
Dry Handling
Michelin Primacy 4
92%
Nokian Powerproof
59%
Comfort & Noise
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Nokian Powerproof
62%
Nokian
Powerproof
Noise Exterior
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Nokian Powerproof
57%
Ride Comfort
Michelin Primacy 4
86%
Nokian Powerproof
66%
Economy
Confidence
Michelin Primacy 4
88%
Michelin
Primacy 4
Nokian Powerproof
49%
Nokian
Powerproof
Rolling Resistance
Michelin Primacy 4
92%
Nokian Powerproof
59%
Mileage
Michelin Primacy 4
84%
Nokian Powerproof
38%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2022215/55 R17View

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