165/80R13 vs 175/80R13
175/80R13 compared with 165/80R13
+2.7% diameter, +0.4" width
175/80R13 is 24.02" tall vs 23.39". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 165/80R13 and you fit 175/80R13, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 40 mph | 41.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.3 mph | +1.3 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.9 mph | +1.9 mph |
| 75 mph | 77.0 mph | +2.0 mph |
| 80 mph | 82.2 mph | +2.2 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 165/80R13 or 175/80R13?
- 175/80R13 is taller by 0.63 inches (24.02" vs 23.39"). 175/80R13 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 165/80R13 with 175/80R13?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.7%, 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 175/80R13 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 175/80R13 fitted (calibrated for 165/80R13), your real speed is 61.6 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.7%.
- Will 175/80R13 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.31 inches of ground clearance at the axle.