355/55R20 vs 335/60R20
335/60R20 compared with 355/55R20
+1.3% diameter, −0.8" width
335/60R20 is 35.83" tall vs 35.37". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 355/55R20 and you fit 335/60R20, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.9 mph | +0.9 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 355/55R20 or 335/60R20?
- 335/60R20 is taller by 0.45 inches (35.83" vs 35.37"). 355/55R20 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 355/55R20 with 335/60R20?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +1.3%, 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 335/60R20 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 335/60R20 fitted (calibrated for 355/55R20), your real speed is 60.8 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 1.3%.
- Will 335/60R20 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.23 inches of ground clearance at the axle.