215/70R14 vs 205/75R14: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison
* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.
| 205/75R14 | 215/70R14 | |
| Wet/Snowy Roads | Reduced Traction | Better Traction |
| Rough Terrain | Smoother Ride | Reduced Stability |
| Handling/Steering | Less Responsive | Better |
| Gas Mileage | Better | Good |
| Road Noise | Quieter | Quiet |
| Cost | More Expensive | Less Expensive |
Can You Replace The 205/75R14 With The 215/70R14?
Yes, both tires have the same rim diameter, and the 215/70R14 has a smaller overall diameter than the 205/75R14 which is only 0.99% (0.26-inch), it is the allowable margin (±3%).
When you want to replace a different tire size, as a rule, for the rim diameter, you will need to be sure that your tires and rims are an exact match, e.g. a 205/75R14 tire will only fit on a 14″ diameter rim.
You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:
