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Old 03-10-2008, 11:15 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by elhigh View Post
Yes.

The 205 is of course slightly wider, but it's only an extra centimeter. If you're mostly driving at cruising speeds, not a lot of stop-and-go, then there probably won't be much difference between the two.

extra centimeter (X4) for each tire adds a lot to the "frontal area". Plus the added weight. Also more contact with the road increasing rolling Resistance. Even though it seems small when you look at only one tire, the total out come is different. You will see a drop FE guaranteed.

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