[RidingOnRailz]

Originally Posted by CapriRacer

I was going to do the math and make it presentable, but here are 2 webpages that show
that wider = larger contact patch in an apples-to-
apples comparison.

http://web.archive.org/web/201302090...on-tires-1.htm

https://www.tyrereviews.com/Article/...wide-tyres.htm

Well, you’re right.

But - that still doesn’t mean that the increase in patch area was that dramatic. Nor that I have to appreciate the effect it has on steering or other handling parameters.

I prefer the heavier, on-center steering feel of narrower, higher profile tires. I’m admittedly a twitchy driver due to issues at birth. So a car that tracks straighter and requires more effort from me to turn is safer, and explains why I want to fit the OEM size wheels and tires from the 2010 Honda Accord base LX onto my 2010 Accord up-trim EX. I have already confirmed they will fit.