195/80R13 vs 205/70R14
205/70R14 compared with 195/80R13
+0.1% diameter, +0.4" width
205/70R14 is 25.30" tall vs 25.28". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 195/80R13 and you fit 205/70R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 195/80R13 or 205/70R14?
- 205/70R14 is taller by 0.02 inches (25.30" vs 25.28"). 205/70R14 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 195/80R13 with 205/70R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.1%, 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 205/70R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 205/70R14 fitted (calibrated for 195/80R13), your real speed is 60.0 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.1%.
- Will 205/70R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.01 inches of ground clearance at the axle.