Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 and Momo North Pole W2 appear in 13 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 92/100, based on 11 tests.
How the Momo North Pole W2 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 and Momo North Pole W2 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Momo North Pole W2's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 | Momo North Pole W2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 11 | 2 |
| Best rank | #1 | #2 |
| Avg rank | 10.5 | 37.8 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2023 |
| Tire Lab Score | 91.9 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Kumho Winter Craft WP52
Momo North Pole W2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 | Momo North Pole W2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 9.1 14 | Avg rank 49.5 | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 4.7 311 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 12.7 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 4.5 1 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 9.2 112 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 8.7 2 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 4.7 1 | No data | Kumho Winter Craft WP52 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 9.1, compared to 49.5 for the Momo North Pole W2.
☀️ Dry: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
❄️ Snow: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 12.7, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🧊 Ice: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 9.2, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
📏 Mileage: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 8.7, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🔋 Efficiency: Kumho Winter Craft WP52 vs Momo North Pole W2
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Kumho Winter Craft WP52 or Momo North Pole W2?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 ranks higher on average than the Momo North Pole W2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Momo North Pole W2 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 ranks better than the Momo North Pole W2.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 shows better mileage performance than the Momo North Pole W2.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Kumho Winter Craft WP52 appears in 11 independent tests, Momo North Pole W2 in 2, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →