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205/55R16 vs 205/60R16

205/60R16 is 3.2% taller (+0.81 in) and the same width than 205/55R16.

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205/60R16 is 3.2% taller than 205/55R16. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

205/55R16205/60R16Change
Diameter24.88″25.69″+0.81″+3.2%
Width8.07″8.07″0.00″0.0%
Sidewall4.44″4.84″+0.40″+9.1%
Circumference78.2″80.7″+2.5″+3.2%
Wheel16″16″Same
Revs per mile811785−25
SideTread
205/55R16205/60R16
Speedometer shows 60 mph61.9mph

Real speed on 205/60R16.

Ground clearance+0.40in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side0.00in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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205/55R16 or 205/60R16?

Can I use 205/60R16 instead of 205/55R16?

205/60R16 is 3.2% taller than 205/55R16. 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 205/60R16 you are really doing 61.9 mph if the speedometer was set up for 205/55R16. Going the other way, 205/55R16 would make it read 58.1 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.40 in (+10 mm) under the axle.

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