Other than size, is there a noticeable difference w/ the 225/50/16 in handling or ride compared to the required 215/55/16, and is it worth it to go w/ the 225/50/16 or stick w/ the 215/55/16?

 

I have to say for more comfort go with the 215/55 its 5mm narrower but 5mm higher and that makes a differnce. but if you want better road feel and handeling go with the 225/50 you have a stiffer sidewall and more tire touching the ground. Hope this helps.

Bruce

 

I have the wider yokohama Avid V4's on my car with the stock SE rims. I like them a lot. Good road feel and great looks. Better than the michelins and stock toyos for sure.

 

Stick with the 215/55/16.

 

Yeah. Since the stock 16'' SE wheels are 6.5 inches wide...it's better to get the most narrow tire onto the wheel. well, I mean more like the most optimal size..anything too wide will not improve handling.


I was reading about this...if you keep the ratio of the tire width and the wheel width above 80 or 90%...something like that, then you have a nice sized tire.