335/40R20 vs 345/35R21
345/35R21 compared with 335/40R20
−0.1% diameter, +0.4" width
345/35R21 is 30.51" tall vs 30.55". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 335/40R20 and you fit 345/35R21, 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, 335/40R20 or 345/35R21?
- 335/40R20 is taller by 0.04 inches (30.55" vs 30.51"). 345/35R21 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 335/40R20 with 345/35R21?
- 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 345/35R21 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 345/35R21 fitted (calibrated for 335/40R20), your real speed is 59.9 mph. Your odometer will over-count miles by about 0.1%.
- Will 345/35R21 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: −0.02 inches of ground clearance at the axle.