In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (61%) than Matador (38%). The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2015 when was the Matador MP92 Sibir Snow first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2021 205/55 R16 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the MP92 Sibir Snow were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 5 dimensions has C wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Matador MP92 Sibir Snow also have C wet ratings. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.