245/80R14 vs 265/75R14
265/75R14 compared with 245/80R14
+0.7% diameter, +0.8" width
265/75R14 is 29.65" tall vs 29.43". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 245/80R14 and you fit 265/75R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.1 mph | +0.1 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 245/80R14 or 265/75R14?
- 265/75R14 is taller by 0.22 inches (29.65" vs 29.43"). 265/75R14 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 245/80R14 with 265/75R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.7%, 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 265/75R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 265/75R14 fitted (calibrated for 245/80R14), your real speed is 60.4 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.7%.
- Will 265/75R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.11 inches of ground clearance at the axle.