yes
They are approximately same width but first one (285) is about 2 inch taller - AND they will NOT fit same rims.
I would go with rims that are close to the same size of the tires.
assuming you are putting them on a stock wheel the short answer is yes.there is approx. .5 inches difference in width.
Yes, you can replace the rims and tires at different times, on both cars and motorcycles. However with cars it is usually recommended to replace them both at the same time, since it is much easier and the rims get wear as well.
You can if they have the same mount lug pattern but why would you want to?
Yes tires and rims are correlated based on the size of the tires you are looking for. While you can interchange rims and tires as long as they are the same size you will need to ask your mechanic or repair service center if you have an unusual size rim.
yes with small rims,same sides yes with small rims,same sides
Depends. All tires have a size on them, so the questions of the year of vehicle is irrelevant. If the size of the 1997 Explorer is the same size of the 1982 Chevy Van, then they are both interchangeable. The problems if any will be in the rims. But if the rims are different then the tires would be different too.
The Rims will fit as long as they are the same number of studs and puting 17 inch rims on will not screw up your speedo as long as the tires you use have the same outside diamiter. If they are the tires that came with the original 2007 silverado they will be the same outside diamiter as your 16" wheels and tires You can also adjust for larger tires on the speedometer with a hypertech controller.
NO. As long as they all are the same size.
Yes,
No the rims do not need to be replaced along with the new tires unless certain conditions require you to do so. The only time you need to replace the rims along with the tires are when you damage or lose them.