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10-07-2005, 10:36 AM
Hi Gary!
Im wondering why on many wheel tire packages front tire size is 225/45/17 and rear is 225/40/17....is there any reason for this diameter discrepancy? will that not make the front of the car appear taller? Or is the difference too slight?

THANKS!
Gary@Tirerack
10-07-2005, 10:51 AM
Hi Gary!
Im wondering why on many wheel tire packages front tire size is 225/45/17 and rear is 225/40/17....is there any reason for this diameter discrepancy? will that not make the front of the car appear taller? Or is the difference too slight?

THANKS!


Rears would be 245/40R17, which is nearly the same overall diameter.

If there is any package that recommends 225/40R17, please let me know is that is completely incorrect.