Contour Enthusiasts Group Archives Forums Modifications Wheels & Tires Noticable performance diff. between 215s and 225s?

If you don't mind me asking, how much did you pay for them and how long ago was it? I priced them at walmart in the summer and then again a couple days ago, and the price went up $20 per tire!! For the 225 45 17 they initially wanted about $130, now its at $150 plus mounting and balancing. 215's should be cheaper anyway...