175/70R14 vs 195/65R14
195/65R14 compared with 175/70R14
+1.4% diameter, +0.8" width
195/65R14 is 23.98" tall vs 23.65". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 175/70R14 and you fit 195/65R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 175/70R14 or 195/65R14?
- 195/65R14 is taller by 0.33 inches (23.98" vs 23.65"). 195/65R14 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 175/70R14 with 195/65R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +1.4%, inside the 3% rule of thumb most tire shops use. Check that the wider or taller tire clears your suspension and fenders, and that its load index meets your placard.
- How much will 195/65R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 195/65R14 fitted (calibrated for 175/70R14), your real speed is 60.8 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 1.4%.
- Will 195/65R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.17 inches of ground clearance at the axle.