235/55R19 vs 245/50R20Tire Size Comparison

Safe

The 1.6% diameter difference is within the accepted 3% tolerance.

235/55R19741mm dia245/50R20753mm dia+5.9mm

Comparison Details

Overall Diameter741.1 vs 753.0 mm (+11.9 mm)
Diameter Difference+1.61%
Section Width235 vs 245 mm (+10 mm)
Sidewall Height129.3 vs 122.5 mm (-6.8 mm)
Circumference2328.2 vs 2365.6 mm
Clearance Change+5.9 mm
Speedometer Error+1.61%
Revs/Mile691 vs 680

Speedometer Correction

When switching from 235/55R19 to 245/50R20, your speedometer will differ from actual speed.

SpeedometerActual SpeedDifference
30 km/h30.5 km/h+0.5 km/h
40 km/h40.6 km/h+0.6 km/h
50 km/h50.8 km/h+0.8 km/h
60 km/h61.0 km/h+1.0 km/h
70 km/h71.1 km/h+1.1 km/h
80 km/h81.3 km/h+1.3 km/h
90 km/h91.4 km/h+1.4 km/h
100 km/h101.6 km/h+1.6 km/h
110 km/h111.8 km/h+1.8 km/h
120 km/h121.9 km/h+1.9 km/h
130 km/h132.1 km/h+2.1 km/h

Vehicles Using These Sizes

Vehicles with 235/55R19

Vehicles with 245/50R20

Individual Tire Size Details

Practical Guidance

Switching from 235/55R19 to 245/50R20 is within the industry-accepted 3% diameter tolerance. Your speedometer, ABS, and traction control should function normally. Note: these sizes require different rim diameters (19" vs 20"), so you will need different wheels.

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 1.61%, width changes by 10mm.

Speedometer error will be 1.61%. At an indicated 100 km/h, actual speed is about 101.6 km/h.

Ground clearance changes by +5.9mm per side.