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165/65R14 vs 195/60R14

195/60R14 is 3.4% taller (+0.77 in) and 1.18 in wider than 165/65R14.

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195/60R14 is 3.4% taller than 165/65R14. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

165/65R14195/60R14Change
Diameter22.44″23.21″+0.77″+3.4%
Width6.50″7.68″+1.18″+18.2%
Sidewall4.22″4.61″+0.38″+9.1%
Circumference70.5″72.9″+2.4″+3.4%
Wheel14″14″Same
Revs per mile899869−30
SideTread
165/65R14195/60R14
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.1mph

Real speed on 195/60R14.

Ground clearance+0.38in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.59in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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165/65R14 or 195/60R14?

Can I use 195/60R14 instead of 165/65R14?

195/60R14 is 3.4% taller than 165/65R14. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.

Will my speedometer be off?

At an indicated 60 mph on 195/60R14 you are really doing 62.1 mph if the speedometer was set up for 165/65R14. Going the other way, 165/65R14 would make it read 58.0 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.38 in (+10 mm) under the axle.

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