185/65R13 vs 195/65R13
195/65R13 compared with 185/65R13
+2.3% diameter, +0.4" width
195/65R13 is 22.98" tall vs 22.47". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 185/65R13 and you fit 195/65R13, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.4 mph | +1.4 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.5 mph | +1.5 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 185/65R13 or 195/65R13?
- 195/65R13 is taller by 0.51 inches (22.98" vs 22.47"). 195/65R13 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 185/65R13 with 195/65R13?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.3%, 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 195/65R13 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 195/65R13 fitted (calibrated for 185/65R13), your real speed is 61.4 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.3%.
- Will 195/65R13 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.26 inches of ground clearance at the axle.