335/40R19 vs 355/40R19
355/40R19 compared with 335/40R19
+2.1% diameter, +0.8" width
355/40R19 is 30.18" tall vs 29.55". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 335/40R19 and you fit 355/40R19, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.1 mph | +1.1 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.3 mph | +1.3 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.4 mph | +1.4 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.5 mph | +1.5 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 335/40R19 or 355/40R19?
- 355/40R19 is taller by 0.63 inches (30.18" vs 29.55"). 355/40R19 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 335/40R19 with 355/40R19?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.1%, 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 355/40R19 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 355/40R19 fitted (calibrated for 335/40R19), your real speed is 61.3 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.1%.
- Will 355/40R19 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.31 inches of ground clearance at the axle.