I went to 225/70R15 from 14 rims and notice no problems in acceleration.
What I did notice is an incredibly better ride and side wind stablity and
the assurance that cruising at 70mph has the RPM below 4K! If you ride the
freeway go that route especially with an autobox.

Shawn

On 6/8/06, Mark C <obeechi@runbox.com> wrote:
>
> I have the option, in a 15 inch wheel, of
>
> 205 65 15
> 225 70 15
>
> I'm wondering how much of a difference in torque and power the 225 70
> would make...
>
> I realize that on the one hand the rpms in third gear automatic would be
> reduced in freeway speeds
>
> On the other hand it would slow acceleration and how fast you can go up a
> mountain...
>
> I have a suburu 2.2 legacy engine
>
> Would appreciate any input, thanks.
>

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1986 Vw Vanagon GL Westfalia
1993 Vw Eurovan GL

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