195/60R17 vs 225/60R16 tire size comparison
225/60R16 is 0.4 in (1.59%) taller than 195/60R17 and 1.2 in wider. They fit different wheels: 195/60R17 a 17-inch wheel and 225/60R16 a 16-inch wheel.
195/60R17 and 225/60R16 side by side
| Measurement | 195/60R17 | 225/60R16 | Difference | Difference % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section width | 7.7 in (195 mm) | 8.9 in (225 mm) | +1.2 in (+30 mm) | +15.38% |
| Sidewall height | 4.6 in (117 mm) | 5.3 in (135 mm) | +0.7 in (+18 mm) | +15.38% |
| Wheel (rim) diameter | 17.0 in (432 mm) | 16.0 in (406 mm) | -1.0 in (-26 mm) | -5.88% |
| Overall diameter | 26.2 in (666 mm) | 26.6 in (676 mm) | +0.4 in (+10 mm) | +1.59% |
| Circumference | 82.3 in (2092 mm) | 83.7 in (2125 mm) | +1.4 in (+33 mm) | +1.59% |
| Revolutions per mile | 769 | 757 | -12 | -1.57% |
Differences are 225/60R16 minus 195/60R17; percentages are relative to 195/60R17. These are nominal design dimensions. Real tires vary by brand, tread depth, wheel width, load and pressure.
The overall diameter differs by 1.59%, which is within the common 3% rule of thumb.
The rule of thumb keeps a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. It covers diameter only. It is not a fit, load or safety check, because width, wheel diameter, load capacity and clearance matter too. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
Speedometer difference
When the speedometer reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for 195/60R17, the actual speed on 225/60R16 is about 61.0 mph. When it reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for 225/60R16, the actual speed on 195/60R17 is about 59.1 mph. These figures assume the speedometer is accurate on the original size and use nominal dimensions, so treat them as estimates.
| Speedometer reads | Actual on 225/60R16 (built for 195/60R17) | Actual on 195/60R17 (built for 225/60R16) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.3 mph | 19.7 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.5 mph | 29.5 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.6 mph | 39.4 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.8 mph | 49.2 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.0 mph | 59.1 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.1 mph | 68.9 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.3 mph | 78.7 mph |
A common rule of thumb is to keep a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. Check the tire placard on the driver's door jamb and your owner's manual for the sizes your vehicle was built for. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
Which vehicles use each size?
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You might also need
- Digital tire pressure gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Check your tire pressure against the number on your door placard.
- Portable tire inflator (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Top up a low tire at home without a trip to the gas station.
- Tire tread depth gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Measure how much tread is left before you decide to replace.
- Lug wrench or torque wrench (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Useful for rotations and tire changes; follow the torque spec in your owner's manual.
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