185/60R15 vs 195/60R15Tire Size Comparison

Safe

The 2.0% diameter difference is within the accepted 3% tolerance.

185/60R15603mm dia195/60R15615mm dia+6.0mm

Comparison Details

Overall Diameter603.0 vs 615.0 mm (+12.0 mm)
Diameter Difference+1.99%
Section Width185 vs 195 mm (+10 mm)
Sidewall Height111.0 vs 117.0 mm (+6.0 mm)
Circumference1894.4 vs 1932.1 mm
Clearance Change+6.0 mm
Speedometer Error+1.99%
Revs/Mile850 vs 833

Speedometer Correction

When switching from 185/60R15 to 195/60R15, your speedometer will differ from actual speed.

SpeedometerActual SpeedDifference
30 km/h30.6 km/h+0.6 km/h
40 km/h40.8 km/h+0.8 km/h
50 km/h51.0 km/h+1.0 km/h
60 km/h61.2 km/h+1.2 km/h
70 km/h71.4 km/h+1.4 km/h
80 km/h81.6 km/h+1.6 km/h
90 km/h91.8 km/h+1.8 km/h
100 km/h102.0 km/h+2.0 km/h
110 km/h112.2 km/h+2.2 km/h
120 km/h122.4 km/h+2.4 km/h
130 km/h132.6 km/h+2.6 km/h

Individual Tire Size Details

Practical Guidance

Switching from 185/60R15 to 195/60R15 is within the industry-accepted 3% diameter tolerance. Your speedometer, ABS, and traction control should function normally. Both sizes fit the same 15-inch rim, so no wheel change is needed.

The 3% diameter tolerance is a widely accepted industry guideline referenced by the ETRTO and most vehicle manufacturers. When in doubt, consult your vehicle's owner's manual or a qualified tire professional. For U.S. tire safety standards and recalls, see the NHTSA Tire Safety page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safe. The overall diameter differs by 1.99%, width changes by 10mm.

Speedometer error will be 1.99%. At an indicated 100 km/h, actual speed is about 102.0 km/h.

Ground clearance changes by +6.0mm per side.