225 vs 245 Tires: How They Differ & Who Wins the Race

When looking for tires, the discussion on the 225 vs 245 often comes up. While both tires are good, some differences can affect your choice.

We will examine the pros and cons, compare multiple aspects of each tire, and answer some frequently asked questions on the 225 vs 245 tires.

Pros & Cons of 225 tires

Pros

• Offers a smoother ride
• Aesthetic look on the vehicle
• Great for high-speed driving
• Tires improve the road handling of the car
• Holds smaller carloads
• Affordable
• Rides quietly
• Durable
• Great for snowy roads

Cons

• More fuel use compared to the 245
• Lower rolling resistance

Pros & Cons of 245 tires

Pros

• Perfect for everyday driving
• Affordable
• Better fuel economy than 225
• Holds medium carloads
• Gives a comfortable ride with no vibration
• Drive well in extreme heat and cold
• Makes steering response and braking easier

Cons

• Does not handle as well as 225
• Higher resistance while rolling

225 vs 245 Tires: How They Differ

A Quick Look

Comparing factors	225 tire	245 tire
Tire width	Narrow	Wider
Weight of tires	26 pounds	27 pounds
Load capacity	Can handle a load of up to 1,984 lbs (900kg) and can tolerate a load weighing 6500 pounds (rated H)	Can handle a load of up to 1, 874 lbs (850 kg) and can tolerate a load weighing up to 6000 pounds (rated G)
Stability	High	Slightly low
Comfort	High	Low
Size	Bigger	Slightly Smaller
Tight turns	Easier to make tight turns because of low recoil	High recoil makes it unstable taking tight turns
Maneuverability	High	Low
Bad weather Handling power	Moderate	Higher
Rolling resistance	Low	High
Fuel economy	Low	High
Vibration	Yes	No

1. Vehicle load

When choosing tires by weight load, make sure to select the tire that can withstand your car’s weight. Also, the tires shouldn’t be too light for your vehicle; this will affect the car’s acceleration.

• 225 tires

These tires can handle a load of up to 1,984 pounds or 900kg. Rated an H and can tolerate a load weighing 6500 pounds.

• 245 tires

They can handle a load of up to 1, 874 pounds or 850 kg. Rated a G, they can tolerate a load weighing up to 6000 pounds.

• Winner

The 225s are the winner. Their” H” weight rating lets them handle a larger weight load.

2. Traction

• The 225 and 245 are rated AA, the highest traction rating for any tire. The identical traction makes this a tie.

3. Stabilization

• 225 tires

The 225 is a larger tire and offers greater stability.

• 245 tires

The 245 is slightly smaller than the 225, offering slightly less stability.

• Winner

Since larger tires offer better stability, which translates into improved stopping with higher speeds, better handling in rough weather, and higher speeds, the 225 is a very small margin winner.

4. Driving on tight turns

• 225 tires

These offer less recoil that makes it easier to take a tight turn without losing control.

• 245 tires

The 245 offers more recoil than a 225, so you may lose control of the vehicle on tighter turns.

• Winner

The 225s ability to maintain control on tighter turns makes it the winner. However, in wet and snowy weather conditions, both tires may experience slipping on tight curves, especially at higher speeds.

5. Maneuverability of the vehicle

• 225 tires

A 225 is the larger tire and covers more road surface, increasing maneuverability.

• 245 tires

The 245 is slightly smaller, covering less road surface with less maneuverability than the 245 tires.

• Winner

The 225 wins because it handles better being the larger tire. The increased maneuverability comes from the amount of road surface the tire can cover.

6. Driving in bad weather

• 225 tires

The 225 is good in snowy conditions with its width and maneuverability.

• 245 tires

The 245 is better in extreme weather than the 225, despite the slightly smaller width.

• Winner

The winner by a small margin is the 245 because it can safely handle extreme weather conditions.

7. Riding comfort

• 225 tires

This tire offers a comfortable and quiet ride. However, choosing this tire with a stiffer sidewall can make the ride less comfortable.

• 245 tires

The 245 drives comfortably with no vibration.

• Winner

Assuming that both tires use the same size rim, the softer sidewall on the 225 is the more comfortable ride and is the winner.

8. Miles

• 225 tires

The 225’s lower rolling resistance uses less fuel.

• 245 tires

The 245 offers a higher rolling resistance, consuming the least fuel as a result.

• Winner

The winner and consumer of less fuel are the 245.

9. Rated for treadwear

• 225 tires

The tread rating is 300AA.

• 245 tires

The tread rating on the 245 is also 300AA.

• Winner

There is no winner, with both tires having a tread rate of 300AA and good tread longevity. It is a tie.

10. Weight of tires

• 225 tires

The 225 weighs about 26 pounds.

• 245 tires

The 245 weighs about 27 pounds. Of course, the heavier the tire, the better it grips the road. But if those tires are on a lighter car, it may take longer to accelerate.

• Winner

The 225 wins if you look for a lighter tire and better fuel consumption. However, if you look for the heavier tire, the 245 will win.

11. Cost

• The cost of both tires is essentially the same. However, depending on the tire and rim size, you may pay up to 10 dollars more for a 225 vs a 245. So, there is no actual winner here.

When can you use 225 tires?

You can use the 225 tires for street and track driving. In addition, their high-rated tread makes a good tire for snow and wet driving conditions.

When can you use 245 tires?

You can use the 245 tires on the track and street. Their size and radial construction make them ideal for off-road driving and extreme weather.

225 tires in front/245 tires in rear vs 245 all around: Which way is best?

It is best to have the 225 or the smaller tire in front. This will help eliminate tramlining, the pulling to one side that you feel when you run the larger tires in the front. Ideally, it’s best to have the exact size tire all the way around.

FAQs

1. Can I put 245 tires on 225 rims?

Ans. Yes, you can. Your tires should have the same diameter (18-inch diameter) to use them. However, the width difference is so tiny that it shouldn’t matter.

2. Can I put 225 tires on 245 rims?

Ans. Using a 225 tire on the 245 rim is a bad idea. The 9-inch rim on the 245 will take the 225 that is not 9 inches, but there are no safety assurances that the slight difference won’t create rash on the curbs.