205/55-R16 tires are 2.42 inches (61.5 mm) smaller in diameter than 205/70-R16 tires and the speedometer difference is 8.9%. While the 205/60r16 tires have an aspect ratio of 60, the 205/55r16 tires have an aspect ratio of 55. Aspect ratio refers to the percentage of the tire’s height compared to its width. This means the 205/60r16 tires’ height is greater than that of the 205/55r16 tires. Is it okay to change seasonal tires with 205/55R16 sized tires? My Interchangeable tire size?? 205 55 16 to 215 60 16. Have anyone did this before? This is for a mazda 3 hatchback for all seasons. -215-60r16. Reply; Reply with The 205 65R16 is the same wheel size as the 205 60R16, so it should fit your vehicle just fine. The overall decision should be based on the desired performance, ride comfort and fuel efficiency. Can I Use 215 60r16 Instead Of 205 65r16? Using a 215 60R16 tire instead of a 205 65R16 can be done, but it is not recommended. In the tire comparison table above, you can see a detailed calculation of the size difference between 205/65 R16 and 215/60 R16 tire. The calculation results are presented in the form of visual infographics, on which tire with size 205/65 R16 is on top, and tire with size 215/60 R16 below. Both in the table and in the graph, the tires are You can buy chains usually based on the size of your tire. The tire should have a scale on the leg. ie 23X9. Can you use 215 60r16 instead 205 55r16? Originally Answered: Can I use 215/60/16 instead of 205/55/16 (current)? If so, would I need to change the rims as well? Yes you can go to bigger size . The new tire will be about an inch taller than stock, so you'll have about a half inch less clearance than the factory 215/45R17. I think that's fine. Your speedometer will be off by around 4.5%. Murdoc is right, your fine. Last edited by irax; 03-29-2016 at 12:57 PM. 03-29-2016, 12:32 PM. 185/65-R15 tires are 1.46 inches (37 mm) larger in diameter than 185/55-R15 tires and the speedometer difference is 6.0%. MTiBj.