Can 205 55R16 replace 195 65R15?

Can 205 55R16 replace 195 65R15?

Yes, it’s actually a good idea. Just note that you can’t fit 15″ tires to 16″ rims or vice versa, meaning you’d have to get a set of rims too. If you’re not terribly image conscious, you may very well get your hands on a set of steel rims that look ugly, but will take your 15″ snow tires.

What size tire goes on a 2000 Volkswagen Jetta?

The original tire size for your 2000 Volkswagen Jetta is 205/55R16 91H. A color-coded explanation of the 2000 Volkswagen Jetta’s tire size is shown below.

Can I use 205 60R16 instead of 195 55r16?

Yes. But, for example, you currently have 205/60-16 tires, you can use 195/65-16’s. The rule is, if you go one width smaller (205 to 195) you go one aspect ratio number higher.

Can I put 205 tires on 195 rims?

It will work fine. Absolutely, should be no problem at all. Try and measure the diameter of 205-50-15 as well to stay close withing the stock diameter. You can compare any Wheel size and Tire size combinations HERE.

What bolt pattern is a 2000 VW Jetta?

The 2000 VW Jetta wheel bolt pattern iS5 X100 mm.

What size tires go on a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta?

Simplified Size: 225-45-17 The original tire size for your 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is 225/45R17 91W.

What size rims fit a VW Jetta?

Volkswagen Jetta Wheel Size

Jetta Bolt Pattern (Lug Pattern) PCD 5×112 See Adapters
Center bore (hub bore) 57.1 mm Use Hub Centric Rings
Thread size (Lug Nut Size) M14 x 1.5 Lug Nuts
Stock Rim Sizes Range 16×6.5 – 19×8.5 Hubcaps
Tire sizes 195/65 R15 , 205/55 R16 , 225/45 R17 , 235/35 R19

Do VW Jettas have timing belts?

Timing belts in VW Jettas aren’t built to last forever and will give out on you eventually. In general, a VW Jetta timing belt will usually hang around for somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles before needing to be replaced.

Is the VW Jetta bv39b twice the power?

In conjunction with DLC 1019 nozzles and custom tuning, we’ve seen the BV39B support twice the factory torque rating and a 75-percent increase in horsepower without sacrificing any drivability, fuel economy or engine longevity (the car is still running the exact same, six years after the build).

Is there an aftermarket for a VW Jetta?

Luckily, a vibrant aftermarket exists for TDI’s. In fact, over the past 15-20 years of playing with these cars, so many parts combinations have been tested that—for all intents and purposes—ALH Jetta performance has been nailed down to a science.

Are there any modifications to the VW Jetta?

In fact, over the past 15-20 years of playing with these cars, so many parts combinations have been tested that—for all intents and purposes—ALH Jetta performance has been nailed down to a science. From high-flow injector nozzles to drop-in turbo upgrades and performance camshafts to custom tuning, everything is available for them.

What kind of ECU does a VW Jetta have?

Below, we’ll explore some of the most proven aftermarket parts available for these loveable little TDI’s. The quickest, easiest way to wake up the ALH 1.9L TDI diesel in ’99-’03 Jettas is to reprogram the ECU. Big names in the tuning game for these cars are Kerma TDI, Malone Tuning, Rocket Chip Performance and TD Tuning.

Can 205 55r16 replace 195 65R15?

Can 205 55r16 replace 195 65R15?

Yes, it’s actually a good idea. Just note that you can’t fit 15″ tires to 16″ rims or vice versa, meaning you’d have to get a set of rims too. If you’re not terribly image conscious, you may very well get your hands on a set of steel rims that look ugly, but will take your 15″ snow tires.

What is the difference between a 195 and 205 tires?

205 is the perfect size for a 6.5″ rim, while 195 is the correct size for 6″ (according to the Tire Rack chart). But either will work fine on a 7″ wheel if you’re careful around curbs. The 195 is lighter, the 205 looks gnarlier… take your pick.

Can I use 195 60R16 instead 195 55r16?

You should be fine. The things to realize however are, that the cross sectional tread width will be 10mm narrower (205 vs 195), and thus the sidewall will be marginally shorter. For any modern vehicle tire, the sidewall height is a percentage of the width, based on the number after the forward slash in the size.

Can I use 205 60R16 instead of 205 55r16?

No it won’t. The wheel radius is exactly the same, only the profile slightly different. The radius will be very slightly different. 205/55 will have a total radius of 519.15mm, while 205/60 will have a total radius of 529.4mm, so about 2% difference.

Are 185 and 195 tires interchangeable?

Visit *MAD DOG*’s homepage! Actually, pulling up an example on TireRack.com, I see that a 195/60 R15 will work on a 5.5″ to 7″ rim, so the simple answer to your question is: Yes a 195 is fine on a 185 spec rim. You will increase the tire height by 12mm with a 195/60 vs a 185/60.

Can I use 195 65r15 instead of 205 70r15?

Yes they could be mounted on the same rim, but the 205/70 will be much taller, it will throw off the speedometer too much to use.

How wide are 195 65R15 tires?

Plus Sizes

185/65-15 195/65-15
Diameter inches (mm) 24.47 (621.5) 24.98 (634.5)
Width inches (mm) 7.28 (185) 7.68 (195)
Circum. inches (mm) 76.87 (1952.5) 78.48 (1993.34)
Sidewall Height inches (mm) 4.73 (120.25) 4.99 (126.75)

Can 195 65r15 replace 205 70r15?

Can I use 205 60R16 instead of 195 60R16?

205/60R16 has a ~5% larger diameter than your 195/60R16. Assuming that they fit in your wheel arches, here are the effects you should be looking at: Your speedo will be off. You’d be driving 5% more than what it reads.

Which is better 205 / 55 or 195 / 65?

I have 205/55 R 16 tires on my Hyundai I30 and have a set of five wheels for same which will take 195/65 R 15 tires. The outside diameter of the wheels/tires are exactly the same, as the spare will still fit snugly in its place. Besides, the 195/65 tires are much cheaper and a smoother ride.

How big is 205 / 55r16 at Tire Rack?

…215/45R17 * Plus Two Size * Plus Two 18″ x 8″ WHEEL 225/40R18 * Plus Three Size * Plus Three 19″ x 9″ WHEEL 235/35R19 O.E. Size 16″ x 7″ WHEEL 205/55R16 View All Examples Plus Sizing wheels and tires is one of the easiest ways to improve the image of a vehicle. The visual appeal is obvious since…

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How big are the tires on a Jetta?

2008 Volkswagen Jetta Tire Sizes. GLI. 1. 225/45R17. 2. 225/40R18. S. 1. 205/55R16. 2. 225/45R17. SE. 1. 205/55R16.

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