345/25R19 vs 355/25R19
355/25R19 compared with 345/25R19
+0.8% diameter, +0.4" width
355/25R19 is 25.99" tall vs 25.79". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 345/25R19 and you fit 355/25R19, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.2 mph | +0.2 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 | 60.5 mph | +0.5 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, 345/25R19 or 355/25R19?
- 355/25R19 is taller by 0.20 inches (25.99" vs 25.79"). 355/25R19 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 345/25R19 with 355/25R19?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.8%, 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 355/25R19 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 355/25R19 fitted (calibrated for 345/25R19), your real speed is 60.5 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.8%.
- Will 355/25R19 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.10 inches of ground clearance at the axle.