345/35R20 vs 325/40R20
325/40R20 compared with 345/35R20
+2.5% diameter, −0.8" width
325/40R20 is 30.24" tall vs 29.51". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 345/35R20 and you fit 325/40R20, 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 | 41.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.2 mph | +1.2 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.5 mph | +1.5 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.9 mph | +1.9 mph |
| 80 mph | 82.0 mph | +2.0 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 345/35R20 or 325/40R20?
- 325/40R20 is taller by 0.73 inches (30.24" vs 29.51"). 345/35R20 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 345/35R20 with 325/40R20?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.5%, 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 325/40R20 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 325/40R20 fitted (calibrated for 345/35R20), your real speed is 61.5 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.5%.
- Will 325/40R20 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.36 inches of ground clearance at the axle.