Winter Tire Test 175/65 R14 from the publisher За рулём 2009 p.

Place Model Description / Recommendations Cost
1
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7
Optimal longitudinal traction on ice: cross-axial traction on compacted snow
High mobility
Easy-to-handle vehicle operation during winter driving
Low fuel consumption
Weak brakes on asphalt
Minor remarks on directional stability on any winter road
Noise of studs
We strongly recommend it primarily for icy and snowy roads. Note the low fuel consumption.
2
BFGoodrich G-Force Studded
Excellent snow traction and lateral grip on ice
Intuitive handling
Good mobility
Very good braking on asphalt and low fuel consumption.
Minor remarks on course stability on asphalt and ride smoothness
Highly recommended for any winter road - with an emphasis on low fuel consumption.
3
Gislaved Nord Frost 5
Good braking on ice
Good directional stability on any winter road
Comfortable braking control
Minor complaints about handling, deep snow capability, comfort level.
Highly recommended for any winter road.
4
Kumho I Zen KW22
Good braking on any road
Best acceleration on snow, braking and acceleration control on winter roads
Good ride comfort and directional stability on asphalt.
Modest cross-country ability in deep snow
Difficult throttle control on winter road
Highly recommended for any winter roads.
5
Toyo Observe Garit G2S
Snow traction and stability on snowy roads
Acceleration on ice
Braking on asphalt
Moderate fuel consumption
Cross traction properties on rolled snow are lacking
Increased noise level.
Recommended for any winter roads as fuel-saving.
6
Cordiant Sno-Max
Longitudinal traction in snowy conditions
Good traction in wet conditions
Weak brakes on asphalt
Increased fuel consumption
Unsatisfactory directional stability on asphalt
Low level of comfort
Recommended primarily for snowy and icy roads.
from 3 590 
7
Goodyear UltraGrip Extreme
Good traction stability on asphalt and smooth run
Convenient braking
Moderate fuel consumption
Weak acceleration on ice
Not good braking on snow
We recommend them primarily for snowy and partially icy roads. They are suitable for those who try to save fuel.
8
Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 5000
Good traction in deep snow
Easy braking control
Fairly average traction on ice
Acceleration and lateral traction on snow
High noise level
Recommended primarily for snowy and partly icy roads.
9
Pirelli Winter Carving Edge
Outstanding traction on ice
Easy handling
Fuel-efficient
Low noise level
Poor braking performance on snow and asphalt, as well as longitudinal traction properties on ice
Low passability in deep snow
Notes on ride smoothness and directional stability on a snowy road
Recommended primarily for roads that are only partially covered with snow and ice. The choice of those who care about fuel consumption.
10
Maxxis MA-SPW Presa Spike
Best Braking and Cornering Stability on Asphalt
Weak brakes on ice and acceleration on snow
There are comments on handling, directional stability on a snowy road, comfort level
Recommended for use only on paved roads, occasionally covered with snow and ice.