Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Momo North Pole W2 and Semperit Speed Grip 5 appear in 14 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 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.
How the Semperit Speed Grip 5 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 90/100, based on 12 tests.
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 Momo North Pole W2 and Semperit Speed Grip 5 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 prefer the Momo North Pole W2's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
Test profile
| Metric | Momo North Pole W2 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 2 | 12 |
| Best rank | #2 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 37.8 | 11.0 |
| Latest test | 2023 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 89.7 |
Tire Lab Score
Momo North Pole W2
Semperit Speed Grip 5
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Momo North Pole W2 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 49.5 | Avg rank 9.3 221 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| ☀️Dry | No data | Avg rank 9.6 12 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| ❄️Snow | No data | Avg rank 11.1 112 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| 🧊Ice | No data | Avg rank 12.7 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 10.6 1 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| 📏Mileage | No data | Avg rank 10.6 1 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 12.1 | Semperit Speed Grip 5 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 9.3, compared to 49.5 for the Momo North Pole W2.
☀️ Dry: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 9.6, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
❄️ Snow: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 11.1, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🧊 Ice: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 12.7, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 10.6, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
📏 Mileage: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 10.6, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
🔋 Efficiency: Momo North Pole W2 vs Semperit Speed Grip 5
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 wins this category with an average rank of 12.1, compared to no data for the Momo North Pole W2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Momo North Pole W2 or Semperit Speed Grip 5?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Semperit Speed Grip 5 ranks higher on average than the Momo North Pole W2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Semperit Speed Grip 5 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 Semperit Speed Grip 5 ranks better than the Momo North Pole W2.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Semperit Speed Grip 5 shows better mileage performance than the Momo North Pole W2.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Momo North Pole W2 appears in 2 independent tests, Semperit Speed Grip 5 in 12, 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 →