do bigger rims and wider tiers make the car handle or corner better?

Question

my integra had stock an i put 215,40,17"

Answer 1

Not necessarily. The wider tires and larger rims will allow for more tire contact patch on the road and less sidewall flex, respectively, but as to whether this is beneficial, I think that anyone would be hard pressed to say yes. I don't agree with the previous answer that it would improve fuel economy because the extra contact on the road increases rolling resistance and therefore causes more power to be expended to move the vehicle the same amount, thereby lowering fuel economy. But I think that this affect is probably minimal. What you really have to consider is the fact that having more contact on the road would intuitively lead you to believe that the car handles better, you cannot be sure because wider tires will change several suspension angles and the new offset has to be taken into consideration. With more contact, you may find that on turns it touches more of the road, but there would also be more friction against the tire due to toe out on turns and camber roll. There are so many possibilities to consider that without serious expertise on the subject I think that you should stick with stock, or at the very least try a dealer that offers different options for the same vehicle, or a very reputable facility that can set you up with tires that maintain the same offset as OE. The reason that this is important, and most noticeable to consumers (which I see everyday), is the fact that changing offset and tire width has a great affect on tire wear. If the offset is different and or the tires are wider and no other things are changed, I will guarantee you accelerated and uneven tire wear.

Answer 2

Suspension should be the first consideration when it comes to handling..especially cornering. Overcoming the effect of inertia and weight transfer is more important than hoping the tires stick. Once going fast in a straight line that car is going to want to continue in that direction. The sudden shift in weight and body lean is what will cause you to lose control. The rims them self won't help. The width and traction rating of the tire will and they must fit within the wheel wells of the car without rubbing. It's that art of matching suspension to the right tires that gives you maximum control-ability. .

Answer 3

Not bigger rims , actually at a certain point bigger rims will lower your handling because it will raise your car raising your center of gravity. Now wider tires will definately enhance your handling as it puts more rubber on the road giving you more grip on the road.

Answer 4

Wider tires give you less traction because of less weight per square inch and tend to "push" or slide in the front. Like water skiing with a big fat ski

Answer 5

It may look good but yo need to do some math. for proper sizing, you need to check the "aspect ratio". a "GOOD" tire shop will help. Going off the ratio will cause several things including tire rubbing and incorrect speed on the speeometer. Do the math.

Answer 6

not quite,You need stabilizer bar, that is the one, that handle the corners.plus a good shock absorbers.

Answer 7

and they will lower your gas milage