265/65R18 vs 265/70R18

265/65R18 vs 265/70R18: Comparision Size Chart


265/65R18 (Tire 1)265/70R18 (Tire 2)Difference
Tire Size In Inches31.6X10.4R1832.6X10.4R18
Diameter31.56"801.7 mm32.61"828.2 mm3.31%
Tread Width10.4265 mm10.4"265 mm0%
Rim Diameter18"457.2 mm18"457.2 mm0%
Sidewall Height6.78"172.25 mm7.3"185.5 mm7.69%
Circumference99.15"2518.61 mm102.45"2518.61 mm3.31%
Revs/Mile639.03 Revs/Mile618.45 Revs/Mile-20.58
Revs/Kilometer397.08 Revs/Mile384.29 Revs/Mile-12.79
Tire 1 Front View
10.4"
31.56"
Tire 2 Front View
10.4"
32.61"
Tire 1 Side View
Tire 1 Wheel
Circumference 1
99.15"
18"
6.78"
639.03 Revs/Mile
Tire 2 Side View
Tire 2 Wheel
Circumference 2
102.45"
18"
7.3"
618.45 Revs/Mile

Speedometer Error

265/65R18 (Mph)265/70R18 (Mph)
2020.66
3536.16
5051.66
6567.15
8082.65
9092.98
100103.31

265/70R18 vs 265/65R18: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison

* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.

265/65R18265/70R18
Wet/Snowy RoadsBetter TractionReduced Traction
Rough TerrainReduced StabilitySmoother Ride
Handling/SteeringLess ResponsiveLess Responsive
Gas MileageGoodBetter
Road NoiseQuieterQuieter
CostLess ExpensiveMore Expensive

Can You Replace The 265/65R18 With The 265/70R18?

No, both tires have the same rim diameter, but the 265/70R18 has a bigger overall diameter than the 265/65R18 which is 3.2% (1.05-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 265/65R18 tire will only fit on a 18″ diameter rim.

You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:

*Disclaimer: The information provided on the tire size is for general informational purposes only. We recommend that you consult a certified tire specialist or National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets specific guidelines for tires used on vehicles.


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