185/70R13 vs 195/60R14
195/60R14 compared with 185/70R13
+0.1% diameter, +0.4" width
195/60R14 is 23.21" tall vs 23.20". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 185/70R13 and you fit 195/60R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.1 mph | +0.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.1 mph | +0.1 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 185/70R13 or 195/60R14?
- 195/60R14 is taller by 0.02 inches (23.21" vs 23.20"). 195/60R14 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 185/70R13 with 195/60R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.1%, 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 195/60R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 195/60R14 fitted (calibrated for 185/70R13), your real speed is 60.0 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.1%.
- Will 195/60R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.01 inches of ground clearance at the axle.