Nokian PowerProof SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Nokian PowerProof SUV and Pirelli Scorpion Verde appear in 5 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 Nokian PowerProof SUV performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 84/100, based on 1 test.
How the Pirelli Scorpion Verde performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 85/100, based on 4 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 Pirelli Scorpion Verde is the stronger all-round choice, leading in wet and Tire Lab Score. The Nokian PowerProof SUV making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
- You prefer the Nokian PowerProof SUV's brand, sizing or price
Choose Pirelli Scorpion Verde if
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Nokian PowerProof SUV | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | SUV | SUV |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 4 |
| Best rank | #3 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 6.4 | 5.4 |
| Latest test | 2020 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | 83.9 | 85.1 |
Tire Lab Score
Nokian PowerProof SUV
Pirelli Scorpion Verde
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Nokian PowerProof SUV | Pirelli Scorpion Verde | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 6.5 | Avg rank 4.6 11 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.0 | Avg rank 4.9 11 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 6.3 | Avg rank 5.0 13 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 8.0 | Avg rank 6.3 | Pirelli Scorpion Verde |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Nokian PowerProof SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde
The Pirelli Scorpion Verde wins this category with an average rank of 4.6, compared to 6.5 for the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
☀️ Dry: Nokian PowerProof SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde
The Pirelli Scorpion Verde wins this category with an average rank of 4.9, compared to 7.0 for the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Nokian PowerProof SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde
The Pirelli Scorpion Verde wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to 6.3 for the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
🔋 Efficiency: Nokian PowerProof SUV vs Pirelli Scorpion Verde
The Pirelli Scorpion Verde wins this category with an average rank of 6.3, compared to 8.0 for the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Nokian PowerProof SUV or Pirelli Scorpion Verde?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Pirelli Scorpion Verde ranks higher on average than the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Scorpion Verde averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nokian PowerProof SUV across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli Scorpion Verde ranks better than the Nokian PowerProof SUV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Nokian PowerProof SUV appears in 1 independent tests, Pirelli Scorpion Verde in 4, 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 →