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2. Nokian WeatherProof Upper-middle
Comparison: Bridgestone Weather Control A005 vs. Nokian WeatherProof
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Our comparison focus for today is on two top-notch all-round tyres: Bridgestone Weather Control A005 and Nokian WeatherProof. Hailing from two reputable manufacturers, both these tyres have been extensively tested and rated by experts.
Bridgestone Weather Control A005, comes from the renown brand Bridgestone, and is known for its sporty-dynamic driving behavior on wet and dry roads, precise steering response, and low rolling resistance. According to Autobild, it excels in "Dry handling", "Exterior noise", "Rolling resistance", "Wet braking", and "Dry braking". However, Bridgestone A005 struggles with a mediocre lateral control and traction on snow, corresponding to its overall rating of 45% on our website. In the Autobild tests, it secured the top position among 27 tyres, signifying its efficiency on standardized performance grounds. However, in the ADAC and ACE tests, it was positioned 7th out of 7 and 8 tyres respectively. Despite its shortcomings, this model still performs admirably, making it a reliable option for many drivers.
On the other hand, Nokian WeatherProof, a product of the reputable Nokian manufacturers, scored a rating of 59% and places in 9th position as per Autobild's test among 27 tyres. This Finnish made tyre shines in several areas such as "Aquaplaning - cross", "Rolling resistance", "Snow braking", "Snow handling", and "Snow traction". As indicated by ADAC and ACE tests, it also demonstrates acquittable "Snow braking" and "Snow traction". Although it's relatively loud and weak on dry roads according to ADAC 2020 test results, the Nokian Weatherproof as indicated by its name and tests, excels in winter conditions therefore providing secure performance during harsh weather conditions.
In summary, while Nokian Weatherproof fetched better ratings in our overall assessment, Bridgestone A005 impresses with its top ranking in the Autobild tests and its sporty-dynamic dry/wet road performance. Hence, if wet and dry road performance is a priority, the Bridgestone A005 is the go-to. However, if your needs lean more towards superior winter performance, the Nokian Weatherproof has a robust reputation for that.
To make the best choice, always consider the specific driving conditions and performance requirements for your vehicles. Furthermore, the tyre model that suits one driver might not necessarily be the best for another. Hence, consider your driving patterns, weather conditions, and vehicle type when choosing your tyres.
Choose wisely and drive safely!
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1. Nokian WeatherProof Good +2. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Recommended
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1. Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Recommended2. Nokian WeatherProof Sufficient
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Snow
(Overall rating)Snow handling
Snow traction
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(Overall rating)Dry braking
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(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
1. Nokian WeatherProof 69 dB
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,7 | 45 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 40,9 | 45 | |||||
| Nokian WeatherProof | 45,2 | 51,6 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 2,6 | 3,0 | 2,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | 1,5 |
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Poor | 2,0 | 2,6 | 5,4 | 2,4 | 2,9 | 2,0 | 1,9 |
| Nokian WeatherProof Rating: Sufficient | 2,9 | 3,9 | 3,0 | 2,7 | 3,4 | 2,0 | 2,4 |
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 200 | 66 | 66 | 49 | 18 | 8 | |
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Recommended | 187 | 43 | 65 | 47 | 18 | 8 | |
| Nokian WeatherProof Rating: Recommended | 190 | 59 | 59 | 43 | 16 | 6 | |
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,5 | 46,3 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 39,7 | 46,3 | |||||
| Nokian WeatherProof | 44,5 | 51,3 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | 1- | |||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 Rating: Not recommended | 2+ | 2 | 3- | 2- | |||
| Nokian WeatherProof Rating: Good | 2- | 2- | 1- | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Bridgestone Weather Control A005 | 39,4 | 45,2 | |||||
| Nokian WeatherProof | 44,2 | 50,7 | |||||
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