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1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Premium2. Nokian Powerproof Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian Powerproof vs. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127
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In this review, we will compare two summer tyres, the Nokian Powerproof and the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127. Both tyres come from reputable manufacturers, with the Nokian Powerproof being produced by the Finnish company Nokian Tyres and the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 by the South Korean manufacturer Hankook. Let's take a look at how these two tyres perform in various tests and their overall strengths and weaknesses.
AutoMotorSport Test: In this test, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 finished in 3rd place, out of 10 tested tyres. Its strengths include impressive dry lane changing, wet braking, and wet handling. On the other hand, the Nokian Powerproof finished in 6th place, with its best feature being its dry steering response.
automotorsport 2022 Test: The Nokian Powerproof is described as being neutrally handling with good precision and control in dry conditions. However, it does have some weaknesses in aquaplaning safety and a slight singing noise. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 is praised for its short wet braking distances and a safe and predictable behavior in wet conditions. But, it also has weaknesses in aquaplaning protection, limited dry cornering grip, and a slow steering response with noticeable noise.
Autozeitung Test: In this test, the Nokian Powerproof scored 6th place out of 10 tyres, whereas the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 ranked 9th.
Autobild Test: The Nokian Powerproof ranked 2nd out of 50 tyres in this test. Its best features were wet braking. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 placed 10th in this test.
ADAC Test: In this test, the Nokian Powerproof ranked 11th out of 16 tyres, with its strengths being noise and interior noise performance. The Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 finished in 14th place.
Overall, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 seems to have a slight advantage in most tests, especially in wet handling and braking. It's also commonly used as original equipment on high-performance vehicles such as Audi Q8, Audi SQ8, Porsche Cayenne, and BMW X3. The Nokian Powerproof also performs well, particularly in dry handling and steering response. However, it could be improved in the areas of aquaplaning safety and noise reduction.
In conclusion, both the Nokian Powerproof and Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 are solid summer tyres, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Based on the test results, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 could be a better choice for those who prioritize wet performance, while the Nokian Powerproof might suit drivers who value precise dry handling and steering response. Ultimately, the choice of the best tyre will depend on your specific preferences and driving conditions.
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2. Nokian Powerproof 7.45
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Best rating in test
1. Nokian Powerproof Exemplary2. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Exemplary
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1. Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Satisfactory2. Nokian Powerproof Conditionally recommended
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(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | vynikající | 9,0 | 9,7 | 9,4 | |||
| Nokian Powerproof Rating: Good | dobré | 7,6 | 8,0 | 7,3 | |||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Very good | velmi dobré | 8,5 | 8,0 | 6,3 | |||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | ||||
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| Best values in test | 92 | 93 | 93 | ||||
| Nokian Powerproof | 85 | 83 | 87 | ||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 78 | 69 | 87 | ||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1 | 1- | 1 | |||
| Nokian Powerproof Rating: Good | dobré | 1- | 2+ | 2- | |||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2+ | 2+ | 3+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 28,7 | |||||
| Nokian Powerproof | 32,9 | 29,1 | |||||
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 | 34,7 | 30,3 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,7 | 1,3 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,6 | |
| Nokian Powerproof Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,4 | 2,4 | 2,8 | 3,0 | 2,0 | |
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127 Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 3,1 | 2,0 | 3,4 | 2,5 | 1,8 | |
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