16 x 6 vs 16 x 7 wheel, with 205 / 45 / 16 tires Options

[njccmd2002]

will there be any diference. i mean. I found a set of 16 x 6. I know they are 1 inch less. with the above tires.

1. What significant handling differences will i feel. or 1 inch is nothing?

and also

16 x 6 offset of 45 mm. I do not understand the offset thing. I read the post and still does not make sense.

will they be sunken, flushed or outside. will i need spacers?

[jdg371]

The 205/45/16 Tire will be a tight fit with a 16x6 Wheel

According to THIS link. A minimum requirement for a 205/45 Tire is 6.5 to 7.5

I would suggest using 205/50/16 as your tire for the 16x6 Wheel.
For the 16x7 with 45 Offset, well im not familiar with what offset combination would create a flush look with the 6GC, I had a set of 16x7 with 38 Offset, it was a little bit sunk in.

Reseaching some.. I found that EdgeRacing has a set of 16x7 with 45 Offset, this could a few things, It will fit, not sure how well but it will fit without the wheel sticking out past the fender. EdgeRacing usually has a the best possible offset.

If you do get the 16x7 Wheel, I suggest getting a 205/50/16 Tire, My personal favorite for a 16x7 would be 215/45/16 since it sits perfectly with the wheel. For some meaty tires I would go with 225/45/16

Hope that helps!