335/25R22 vs 315/30R22
315/30R22 compared with 335/25R22
+3.0% diameter, −0.8" width
315/30R22 is 29.44" tall vs 28.59". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 335/25R22 and you fit 315/30R22, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 40 mph | 41.2 mph | +1.2 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.5 mph | +1.5 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.9 mph | +1.9 mph |
| 70 mph | 72.1 mph | +2.1 mph |
| 75 mph | 77.2 mph | +2.2 mph |
| 80 mph | 82.4 mph | +2.4 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 335/25R22 or 315/30R22?
- 315/30R22 is taller by 0.85 inches (29.44" vs 28.59"). 335/25R22 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 335/25R22 with 315/30R22?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +3.0%, 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 315/30R22 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 315/30R22 fitted (calibrated for 335/25R22), your real speed is 61.8 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 3.0%.
- Will 315/30R22 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.42 inches of ground clearance at the axle.