Segment
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian Powerproof 1 vs. Kumho Ecsta PS71
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Nokian summer tyres are slightly better rated (66%) than Kumho (60%). The first tyre test of Nokian Powerproof 1 was done in 2025, compared to 2018 when was the Kumho Ecsta PS71 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Powerproof 1 and the Ecsta PS71 were tested. We also know where Powerproof 1 is made - Finland.
| # | Nokian Powerproof 1
| Kumho Ecsta PS71
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| Dimensions | R17 - R20 | R16 - R22 | |
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Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 9.33
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Highly recommended
Worst rating in test
1. Kumho Ecsta PS71 Conditionally recommended
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Nokian Powerproof 1 | 34.8 | 30.4 | |||||
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 | 34.2 | 27.4 | |||||
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