I'm in the process of buying a new car, and wondering if there are more benefits from Aluminum tire rims over Steel. Aluminum wheels cost more, but you'd think that steel would last longer. Are Aluminum wheels just for looks?
2007-06-10 03:32:34 · 7 answers · asked by Lia 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Steel rims are stronger and will endure more abuse and curb scrapes. Aluminum rims are lighter and give the car a better ride due to less unsprung weight, but they require more maintenance and are easier damaged.
I guess the final decision is up to you.
2007-06-10 03:47:45 · answer #1 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Steel rusts....The nicer wheels are aluminum alloys. Go with the aluminum
2007-06-10 10:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
If you got money to waste get the aluminum. Practicality is the steel wheels.
2007-06-10 10:41:09 · answer #3 · answered by Oilfieldtrashwtx 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
aluminum is lighter , alot of performance cars use them to trim unsprung weight from the wheels ...
steel wheels are cheaper but u have to put hub caps on them ... eeeeeuuuuueeewww!!!!!
2007-06-10 10:39:23 · answer #4 · answered by beverhouzen 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
steel wheels are much stronger and it taken care of will look good and last much longer. there are some good looking steel wheels out there. hope this helps.
2007-06-10 10:47:22 · answer #5 · answered by paschal d 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Aluminium are nicer and lighter, but if you live in Mexico, it is a bit dangerous because of the roads, they could even break if they crash in a big hole. Steel are cheaper, ugly and heavier. I supouse that you live in the USA or Canada, so you can go for the aluminium.
Answer my question, please.
2007-06-10 10:54:41 · answer #6 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You got it they are mostly for looks and flash. More expensive when it comes to having tires replace so on so forth. Steel is cheaper and more durable.
Good luck on your choice
2007-06-10 10:37:40 · answer #7 · answered by ASmiles1 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋