I want to replace the stock 195/60/15 tires of my Asian Corolla Altis with 195/65/15, but have been greatly discouraged. But the US models are shod with 195/65/15 tires! Is there a difference in suspension geometry between the US and Asian/European versions that they have to use different size tires? Do they use different speedometers that by using 195/65/15 tires on an Asian model would give me an inaccurate reading?
2006-12-17 21:02:39 · 5 answers · asked by fjlvillanueva 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Toyota
They probably use a lower profile tire because they have higher
traffic speeds and need more roadworthy capabilities. Or, it's
sanctioned by the local government for safety requirements.
_
_
_
_
_
2006-12-17 21:24:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both of those fit 15inch wheels (that's the third number in the tyre size). But you can't just go by wheel size, it depends on the factory settings for that vehicle. The difference in those 2 sizes is the middle number which is known as the aspect ratio - the sidewall of the tyre. That's the depth of the tyre, the distance from the edge of the wheel rim to the road. A difference in that could affect a number of things, most notably the speedometer reading, handling, braking, the gearbox and gear ratios. I've just checked on 5 different online tyre calculators for that vehicle and they all state one correct size: 195/65/15. Also checked 3 different tyre conversion tables: You're reducing the overall diameter by 19mm, that's a 3% difference. The general rule is the difference should not be more than +/- 3% so it's right on the limit. However, you should always go by the manufacturer guidelines unless the vehicle has been modified, they don't pluck those numbers out of thin air and just stick any old tyre sizes on a car when they design them. Check for sure with Renault, people don't realise how important it is to get tyre sizes right. Ask any boy racer who's played with the wrong size and wondered why he's blown a tyre, lost control on a bend or had to replace a gearbox!
2016-03-28 22:55:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't do that! Put 205/60/15 on it, you'll be happy!
2006-12-18 05:59:06 · answer #3 · answered by dvilly 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to what i think its just a matter of vendors, if you know what i mean.
there's no difference over the suspension spec of both.
Hope it helps. Merry Christmas.
2006-12-17 23:27:22 · answer #4 · answered by maju_unite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The tires are probably cheaper.
2006-12-18 00:12:55 · answer #5 · answered by DavidNH 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋