Tire 1 Front View
Width
Dia.
Tire 2 Front View
Width
Dia.
Tire 1 Side View
Tire 1 Wheel
circumference 1
Circ.
Rim
Wall
Revs/Mile
Tire 2 Side View
Tire 2 Wheel
Circ.
Rim
Wall
Revs/Mile
/ R
/ R
Parameter 235/35 R18 205/40 R18 Differ.
Tire Height
Section Width
Circumference
Sidewall Height
Revolutions
Rim Size


205/50 R15 vs 215/50 R15

Choosing between those tire size, it's important to understand their differences and how they might affect your vehicle's performance. Let's break down the key measurements:

Overall Diameter

The overall diameter of a tire is crucial for navigating obstacles like speed bumps and potholes. The 205/50 R15 tire has a diameter of 0 inches, while the 215/50 R15 tire has a slightly larger diameter of 0 inches.

Section Width

Section width, measured from sidewall to sidewall, is another important factor to consider. The 205/50 R15 tire has a section width of 0 inches, whereas the 215/50 R15 tire has a wider section width of 0 inches.

Circumference

The circumference of a tire can impact your vehicle's speedometer readings. The 205/50 R15 tire has a circumference of 0 inches, while the 215/50 R15 tire has a larger circumference of 0 inches.

Sidewall Height

Sidewall height is measured from the edge of the wheel to the top of the tread. The 205/50 R15 tire has a sidewall height of 0 inches, and the 215/50 R15 tire has a slightly taller sidewall height of 0 inches.

Revolutions Per Mile

The number of revolutions per mile (RPM) differs between these two tire sizes. The 205/50 R15 tire has revolutions per mile, while the 215/50 R15 tire has revolutions per mile.

Wheel Size

Rim diameter is the final number to consider when choosing a tire size. This is the diameter of the wheel that the tire will be mounted on.

The wheel size of 205/50 R15 tires is 0 inches and the wheel size of 215/50 R15 tires is also 0 inches.

Construction Type

Both tire sizes feature a radial construction type, which means the layers of the tire are arranged in a radial pattern.