235/75R15 vs 31X10.50R15: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison
* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.
| 31X10.50R16 | 235/75R15 | |
| Wet/Snowy Roads | Reduced Traction | Better Traction |
| Rough Terrain | Smoother Ride | Reduced Stability |
| Handling/Steering | Better | Less Responsive |
| Gas Mileage | Better | Good |
| Road Noise | Quiet | Quieter |
| Cost | More Expensive | Less Expensive |
Can You Replace The 31X10.50R15 With The 235/75R15?
No, both tires have the same rim diameter, but the 235/75R15 has a smaller overall diameter than the 31X10.50R15 which is -7.37% (2.12-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 31X10.50R15 tire will only fit on a 15″ diameter rim.
You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:
