Ensuring Compatibility: Important Measurements for SUV Rim Size

[DaveC426913]

(Not a car guy)

I've recently gone from a Dodge Davenger (4-door sedan) to a Dodge Journey (SUV). This is the first time I've owned anything larger than a sedan.

I had my winter tires for the Davenger on their own rims, so I only had to switch out the wheels seasonally, not pull the tires off. I still have those, and am considering whether to use them for winter tires on my Journey.

My son is telling me that the rims themselves may not be compatible. They're both 5-stud configurations...

...but they are not necessarily the same stud-distance on each vehicle.

I've never heard of this. But Googling pulls up some measurement guides which, by their mere existence, seems to lend some truth to the variation:

Is that the only thing I need to measure to ensure they're compatible? I mean, they're 17" rims - that won't be a problem on my SUV which normally take 18" rims, right?

 

[jack action]

There is also the wheel offset, backspace, and hub bore which are important measurements. Also, are they both lug-centric or hub-centric wheels? (reference)

I mean, they're 17" rims - that won't be a problem on my SUV which normally take 18" rims, right?

It might be. You have to make sure the smaller wheels will clear the brakes. 17" or 18" wheels, you have to make sure the tire diameter is the correct one, or your speedometer, traction control & ABS systems, etc. may be thrown off.

And it's Dodge Avenger.

 

[DaveC426913]

There is also the wheel offset, backspace, and hub bore which are important measurements. Also, are they both lug-centric or hub-centric wheels? (reference)It might be. You have to make sure the smaller wheels will clear the brakes. 17" or 18" wheels, you have to make sure the tire diameter is the correct one, or your speedometer, traction control & ABS systems, etc. may be thrown off.

Right. So. I can't just hope for the best.

And it's Dodge Avenger.

Sez you...

Next you're going to tell me my new vehicle isn't the Dodge Jinney.