Comparison: Nokian Snowproof 2 vs. Michelin ALPIN 6 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Michelin winter tyres are slightly better rated (91%) than Nokian (72%). In this particular case, the Nokian Snowproof 2 has a better rating of 73% compared to 69% of the Michelin ALPIN 6. The first tyre test of Nokian Snowproof 2 was done in 2023, compared to 2019 when was the Michelin ALPIN 6 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the Snowproof 2 and the ALPIN 6 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Nokian Snowproof 2 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Michelin ALPIN 6 also have B wet ratings.