255/85R16 vs 235/85R16: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison
* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.
| 235/85R16 | 255/85R16 | |
| Wet/Snowy Roads | Better Traction | Reduced Traction |
| Rough Terrain | Reduced Stability | Smoother Ride |
| Handling/Steering | Less Responsive | Better |
| Gas Mileage | Good | Better |
| Road Noise | Quieter | Quiet |
| Cost | Less Expensive | More Expensive |
Can You Replace The 235/85R16 With The 255/85R16?
No, both tires have the same rim diameter, but the 255/85R16 has a bigger overall diameter than the 235/85R16 which is 4.05% (1.34-inch).
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 235/85R16 tire will only fit on a 16″ diameter rim.
You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size: