Most larger speakers molded into the door panel are more for show than improved sound, especially the 5.25 which is comparible with the 4×6. The 6.5 mathematically is better for sound and will sound a bit better but there is a lot more work involved for mildly better sound.
What are standard speaker sizes?
- 5 inch speakers.
- 4 inch speakers.
- 25″ (5 1/4″) speakers.
- 6 inch and 5 inch (6 1/2″) speakers.
- 4×6 inch coaxial and plate speakers.
- 5×7 inch speakers.
- 6×8 and 6×9 inch speakers.
- 4×10 inch speakers.
Is there a big difference between 5.25 and 6.5 speakers?
All other factors being the same, the larger diameter speaker will be better at low frequency production vs. a smaller diameter speaker. 5.25 to 6.5 is not a terribly large difference, so if the cost savings are significant and more important to you than best overall low frequency mid-bass output, go with the 5.25’s.
Are bigger car speakers better?
Frequency response is the range of bass, mids, and treble that a speaker can produce without distortion. With large speakers, there are fewer strained sounds. While small speakers create the appearance of full sound, large speakers deliver it in reality. Sounds come off as full, natural, and realistic.
How do you read a speaker size?
Take your measurement at the widest point of the speaker from one edge of the mounting frame to the other. Write down the measurement so you don’t forget it later on. If you have a speaker that isn’t round, measure the widest points of each side so know all of the dimension.
References:
- https://soundcertified.com/car-speaker-size-guide/
- https://www.reddit.com/r/CarAV/comments/5hpelz/are_65_speakers_better_than_525/
- https://thehometheaterdiy.com/heavier-bigger-speakers/
- https://www.wikihow.com/Measure-Speaker-Size