Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 vs Nokian Powerproof 1

Test Results

Independent comparison tire tests are the best source of data to get tire information from, and the good news is there have been three tests which compare both tires directly!

Out of these three tests:

• Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 finished ahead of the Nokian Powerproof 1 in two of the tests
• Nokian Powerproof 1 finished ahead of the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 in one of the tests

While it might look like the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is better than the Nokian Powerproof 1 purely based on the higher number of test wins, tires are very complicated objects which means where one tire is better than the other can be more important in real world use.

Let's look at how the two tires compare across multiple tire test categories.

Real World Driver Reviews

Tire Reviews also collects real world driver reviews for the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 and Nokian Powerproof 1.

In total the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 has been reviewed 92 times and drivers have given the tire 77% overall.

The Nokian Powerproof 1 has been reviewed 2 times and drivers have given the tire 88% overall.

This means in real world driving, people prefer the Nokian Powerproof 1.

Conclusion

In conclusion the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 performed better in dry handling [km/h], wet braking - concrete, wet circle, straight aqua, curved aquaplaning, subj. comfort and wear, while the Nokian Powerproof 1 performed better in dry braking, wet braking, wet handling [km/h], noise, value, rolling resistance, fuel consumption and abrasion.

Interestingly, both tires performed equally well in dry handling and wet handling, showing that they are closely matched in these areas.

Which tire is best for you depends a lot on your driving style and situation, plus what you want from the tire. Comparing all the data in the tire reviews database, on balance Nokian Powerproof 1 seems to be the best tire overall.

However, it's important to note that both tires have their strengths.

Remember, the best tire for you might depend on which of these factors are most important for your specific driving needs and conditions.

Overall Winner: Nokian Powerproof 1

Based on the tire test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Nokian Powerproof 1 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tire has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tire buying choice.

Similar Comparisons

Looking for more tire comparisons? Here are other direct comparisons involving these tires:

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Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 VS Michelin Pilot Sport 5

Bridgestone Potenza Sport VS Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2

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Nokian Powerproof 1 Top Comparisons

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 VS Nokian Powerproof 1

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Footnote

This page has been developed using tire industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tires in the same test.

Why is this important? Tire testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tire test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tire tests performed on different days or at different locations.

As a result you will see other tests on Tire Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.

Lots of other websites do this sort of tire comparison, Tire Reviews doesn't.