335/40R18 vs 345/35R19
345/35R19 compared with 335/40R18
−0.2% diameter, +0.4" width
345/35R19 is 28.51" tall vs 28.55". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 335/40R18 and you fit 345/35R19, 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 | 39.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 50 mph | 49.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 60 mph | 59.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 65 mph | 64.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 70 mph | 69.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 75 mph | 74.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 79.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 335/40R18 or 345/35R19?
- 335/40R18 is taller by 0.04 inches (28.55" vs 28.51"). 345/35R19 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 335/40R18 with 345/35R19?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is −0.2%, 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 345/35R19 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 345/35R19 fitted (calibrated for 335/40R18), your real speed is 59.9 mph. Your odometer will over-count miles by about 0.2%.
- Will 345/35R19 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: −0.02 inches of ground clearance at the axle.