[rrobson]

Just fit some narrower tyres if that’s the case, they’re 215 but 205 width wouldn’t be an issue. 195 would go on at a push. The profile shouldn’t make much difference.
It’s the tyre type that would make more of a difference. Those 4x4’s usually have summer tyres fitted which are next to useless on any car. I’ve got 245 width all weather tyres on my terrano and I’ve not needed to use the transfer box yet around here, rwd normally. Fit winter tyres of any description and the difference will be like night and day!