205/45/16 vs. 205/50/16
#1
205/45/16 vs. 205/50/16
I currently have 205/45/16's on my 2005 Civic coupe. I like how these handle but they are a little rough on the ride. I was thinking about moving up to a 205/50/16 for a little more cushion. My question is how much handling will I lose if I move to the 50? Will I even be able to tell a difference? The car is just a daily driver. If anyone had any pictures of the difference between the two that would be great. I don't want the tire to look huge. I'm not lowered either. Thanks.
#2
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Re: 205/45/16 vs. 205/50/16 (red05)
I don't know who told you to get 205/45-16, but that size is too small for a 2005 Civic (almost 4 percent smaller diameter than your stock tire size). Maybe you bought used wheels and tires from someone with an Integra or older ('96-00) Civic?
Anyway, just go ahead and get the 205/50-16. Not only will it give you a bit more cushion, but it will also preserve the accuracy of your speedometer and odometer (which are currently reading 4 percent high due to your undersized tires).
There shouldn't be any significant difference in handling. If you really care about handling, get a grippier tire. 205/50-16 is a very common tire size. I recommend:
Goodyear F1 GS-D3 $112.50 after rebate, for terrific handling on dry roads and in rain
Avon Tech M500 $76, if you are willing to trade off some performance (still very good though) for a lower purchase price
Kumho Ecsta ASX $71, if you need to use these tires in occasional snow in winter as well as in moderate to warm temperatures the rest of the year
Anyway, just go ahead and get the 205/50-16. Not only will it give you a bit more cushion, but it will also preserve the accuracy of your speedometer and odometer (which are currently reading 4 percent high due to your undersized tires).
There shouldn't be any significant difference in handling. If you really care about handling, get a grippier tire. 205/50-16 is a very common tire size. I recommend:
Goodyear F1 GS-D3 $112.50 after rebate, for terrific handling on dry roads and in rain
Avon Tech M500 $76, if you are willing to trade off some performance (still very good though) for a lower purchase price
Kumho Ecsta ASX $71, if you need to use these tires in occasional snow in winter as well as in moderate to warm temperatures the rest of the year
#3
Re: 205/45/16 vs. 205/50/16 (nsxtasy)
Thanks for your input. I don't know why I got the smaller size. I knew the speedo would be off. They were new wheels and tires. When I ordered them they recommended the 45 for my car. After reading, I saw that most people get the 50 unless they are lowered. Next time I will go with the 50 after these tires wear out.
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