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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Premium2. Nokian WetProof Upper-middle
Comparison: Nokian WetProof vs. Continental PremiumContact 6
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When comparing the Nokian WetProof and the Continental PremiumContact 6, overall, there are significant differences in performances that can be found from multiple tyre tests. The Nokian WetProof is specially designed and primarily known for its exceptional performance in wet conditions, whereas the Continental PremiumContact 6 is a touring tyre that balances safety and performance.
Produced in Finland, the Nokian WetProof earned a respected score of 74% from our reviewers. It has been praised frequently for its comparatively low noise levels and remarkable wet circle cornering performance. Despite this, it consistently placed 11th in the ADAC test out of 15 tyres tested. According to automotorsport, Nokian WetProof's strengths lie in efficiency and performance on both dry and wet roads, with some weaknesses noted in mileage and wear.
The Continental PremiumContact 6, originally from Slovakia, Germany, and the Czech Republic, gains a higher rating of 83% and succeeds the Continental ContiPremiumContact 5. Favored for its wet braking and handling in the same ADAC test, it won first place. It performed well in dry conditions, wet conditions obtaining high scores, and offered high mileage, according to automotorsport. This model has now been replaced with the Continental PremiumContact 7.
Direct comparison in mutual tests yielded mixed results. In the GtÜ test, the Nokian WetProof was placed as 2nd best while the Continental PremiumContact 6 fell to 6th position. Conversely, in the AutoBild test, the Nokian WetProof was ranked fifth, faring better than the Continental which came in eighth.
In conclusion, both Nokian WetProof and Continental PremiumContact 6 are sound buys and provide excellent performance in a range of conditions. Nokian's WetProof is recommended for drivers frequently navigating wet roads, while the Continental PremiumContact 6 is a solid choice for those seeking balance between wet and dry performance and high mileage. However, always consider the tyre that best suits your driving style and environment.
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2. Nokian WetProof 5.64
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1. Continental PremiumContact 6 Exemplary2. Nokian WetProof Highly recommended
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1. Nokian WetProof Recommended2. Continental PremiumContact 6 Recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
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Wet handling
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
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(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Outside noise accoring to EU label
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(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
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Mutual tests
| Name | Rating | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | ||||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,3 | 1,8 | ||||
| Nokian Wetproof Rating: Good | dobré | 2,9 | 2,0 | ||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,6 | 1,8 | ||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | |
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| Best values in test | dobré | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | |
| Nokian Wetproof Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,1 | 2,2 | 2,7 | 2,5 | 2,6 | |
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | dobré | 2,1 | 1,9 | 2,6 | 2,0 | 1,9 | |
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| Name | Points total | Rating | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Running costs | |
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| Best values in test | 157 | velmi doporučeno | 68 | 54 | 22 | 20 | |
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Highly recommended | 153 | velmi doporučeno | 66 | 50 | 19 | 18 | |
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Recommended | 146 | doporučeno | 66 | 51 | 16 | 13 | |
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1- | 2+ | 1 | |||
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2+ | 2 | 2+ | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Nokian Wetproof | 35,1 | 31,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 36,5 | 29,6 | |||||
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | dobré | 1,8 | 1,4 | 2,7 | 0,6 | ||
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Satisfactory | uspokojivé | 2,3 | 2,1 | 2,7 | 3,0 | ||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Good | dobré | 1,8 | 2,0 | 3,1 | 2,5 | ||
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| Name | Points total | Rating | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | Running costs |
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| Best values in test | 153 | velmi doporučeno | 66 | 51 | 19 | 10 | 17 |
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Highly recommended | 153 | velmi doporučeno | 66 | 45 | 17 | 8 | 17 |
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Highly recommended | 151 | velmi doporučeno | 62 | 51 | 17 | 7 | 14 |
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| Name | Rating | Wet | Dry | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | příkladné | 1 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Nokian WetProof Rating: Good | dobré | 2+ | 2+ | 2 | |||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 Rating: Exemplary | příkladné | 2 | 2 | 1 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,2 | 28,7 | |||||
| Nokian WetProof | 35,2 | 29,7 | |||||
| Continental PremiumContact 6 | 35,8 | 29,9 | |||||
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