Winter Tire Showdown P205/60R16 vs. P215/60R16 - The Ultimate Guide to Traction and Performance

I have a Mazda 3. The recommended tire size is 205/60R16. I have 215/55R16 winter tires on rims from my previous vehicle. You can use the 215/60R16 tire. It will have the same width, it will just be about 1/2 inch taller overall. This will not cause any adverse problems. The 205/60 R -16 will probably be fine. But I'd check to make sure. Places like Tirerack usually has a listing of alternate sizes that fit. ... winter), I want to try to save some ... By the way, I had Dunlop Wintersport M3 tires last year on my grand am and thought they were great. Looking for a good used set of winter tires size 205 55r16 or 215 60r16 email if you have any to sell. 1 16IN. GOODYEAR WINTER COMMAND TIRE P215/60R16. $100. I looked at the tires reviews and they are good winter tires, the ... A 195/65r15 (base trim steel rim) has more sidewall than a 205/55r16 (+trim ... 205/60R16 uses a 6.5" wide wheel and yes a thinner tire is better for snow. I would go with the 205/60R16 set that your friend has since it's ... this size will actually be more fit for winter driving. Being the tire has a smaller width and a slightly bigger turning diamter, both of which ... 205/60R16, SL, 92H, 5.5 - 7.5, 6, 25.7, 8.2, 824, 11, 25.6, 1389, 51 ... Winter tires will always provide the best traction and performance in snowy and cold ... I run 205/60 and have not seen a downside. Cheaper and better ground clearance. 08-28-2012 03:55 PM by Caocao. Winter tires. Hi, ...