285/75R16 vs 255/85R16: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison
* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.
| 255/85R16 | 285/75R16 | |
| 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 255/85R16 With The 285/75R16?
Yes, both tires have the same rim diameter, and the 285/75R16 has a smaller overall diameter than the 255/85R16 which is only 0.72% (0.24-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 255/85R16 tire will only fit on a 16″ diameter rim.
You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:
