245/75R16 vs 265/70R16
265/70R16 is 0.14 inches taller than 245/75R16 and 20 mm (0.8 in) wider.
+0.5% height. Inside the usual 3% rule for a swap.
| Measurement | 245/75R16 | 265/70R16 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 30.5 in | 30.6 in | +0.14 in (+0.5%) |
| Section width | 9.6 in | 10.4 in | +0.79 in (+20 mm) |
| Sidewall height | 7.2 in | 7.3 in | +0.07 in |
| Circumference | 95.7 in | 96.2 in | +0.4 in |
| Revolutions per mile | 662 | 659 | −3 |
| Ride height | +0.07 in |
Speedometer
With 265/70R16 fitted, a speedometer set up for 245/75R16 shows the first number when you are really doing the second.
- 3030.1 mph
- 4545.2 mph
- 6060.3 mph
- 7575.3 mph
The two sizes
245/75R16 is 30.5 inches tall with a 7.2-inch sidewall. 265/70R16 is 30.6 inches tall with a 7.3-inch sidewall. A taller sidewall rides softer and gives more ground clearance; a shorter one turns in more sharply. Try other pairs in the tire size calculator.
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Questions
Which is bigger, 245/75R16 or 265/70R16?
265/70R16 is taller: 30.6 inches against 30.5. 265/70R16 is wider, at 265 mm.
Can I replace 245/75R16 with 265/70R16?
On height, yes: the difference is 0.5%, inside the usual 3% rule. Check that the extra width clears the suspension and suits your rim width.
How much does the speedometer change?
With 265/70R16 on a vehicle set up for 245/75R16, the speedometer shows 60 mph at a true 60.3 mph, and 70 at 70.3.