What is the difference between 195 65 R15 and 195 60 R15?
The difference is in the sidewall ratio, so the 65 tire will be a little taller as the sidewall height is 65% of the tread width, 195 millimeters, rather than 60%. The increase in tire height, 25″ versus 24. The 215 means 215 mm wide. The 65 is a percentage meaning 65% of the 215 mm width.These numbers show the aspect ratio, which is the tire sidewall height in percentage to width of the tire. The width of Sidewall is directly proportional to the aspect ratio, a 70 aspect ratio means the sidewall height is 70% of 265mm while 65 aspect ratio means it is 65% of 265mm.
Which car uses a 195 65R15?
The 195/65r15 size is often chosen for its fuel efficiency benefits, thanks to a design that reduces rolling resistance. This tire size is popular among various vehicles, including but not limited to the honda civic, toyota corolla, and volkswagen golf. I doubt you’d notice any difference in snow/ice traction between 185 and 195 width tires. The main benefit is the fact you’ll have proper winter rubber. Given that most of your driving will be on either dry or wet pavement (yes, i’m familiar with the climate you’re talking about), i’d go with the 195/65r15 tires.
What is the difference between 195 65 R15 and 215 45 r17?
R15: With 195 mm width, this size is universal on compact cars and sedans. This leads to a smaller contact patch which in return reduces rolling resistance and increases fuel efficiency. R17: This tire is wider at 215 mm and provides a better grip and traction that is perfect for high performance cars. Its width is 195 mm, profile or aspect ratio is 65% of width and it fits wheels with a rim size of 15 inches. It has a load index of 91 and the maximum load it can handle is 2460 Kgs. Speed rating of this tyre is T which means the maximum speed limit this tyre can support is 190 km/ph.