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Tire size comparison

275/60R20 vs 295/60R20

295/60R20 is 0.94″ (24 mm) taller than 275/60R20, a 2.9% difference in overall diameter — right at the edge of the ±3% band — fine on most cars, but check clearance at full lock and full suspension compression.

32.99″33.94″A  275/60R20B  295/60R20Both sizes to scale · dimension lines in inches
Measurement275/60R20295/60R20Difference%
Overall diameter32.99″33.94″+0.94″+2.9%
Section width10.83″11.61″+0.79″+7.3%
Sidewall height6.50″6.97″+0.47″+7.3%
Circumference103.65″106.62″+2.97″+2.9%
Revs per mile611.3594.3−17.0−2.8%
Revs per km379.8369.3−10.6−2.8%

Speedometer: with 275/60R20 as the original, 295/60R20 makes an indicated 60 mph really about 61.7 mph, and the axle sits ~0.47″ higher.

Reading this comparison

The overall diameter is what matters here: 295/60R20 is the taller tire. It sets ride height, gearing and how far the tire travels per revolution — which is what the speedometer and odometer count. Width and sidewall change fit and feel (a wider tire needs a wider wheel and more clearance; a shorter sidewall sharpens steering) but not the gearing.

Figures are geometric estimates from the size codes; real moulded tires vary by brand by 1–3%. Confirm load rating, wheel width and physical clearance on your vehicle before fitting. To compare any other two sizes, use the tire size comparison tool; to decode one size and see what else fits its wheel, the tire size calculator.

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