205/70R14 vs 195/75R14
195/75R14 compared with 205/70R14
+0.9% diameter, −0.4" width
195/75R14 is 25.52" tall vs 25.30". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 205/70R14 and you fit 195/75R14, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 205/70R14 or 195/75R14?
- 195/75R14 is taller by 0.22 inches (25.52" vs 25.30"). 205/70R14 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 205/70R14 with 195/75R14?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.9%, 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 195/75R14 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 195/75R14 fitted (calibrated for 205/70R14), your real speed is 60.5 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.9%.
- Will 195/75R14 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.11 inches of ground clearance at the axle.