16" or 17" Wheels

[Busdriver]

I'm looking for opinions from users of both. Background: I'm moving from NC to OH. The roads are probably going to be worse (although I'm
starting to wonder).. When I found the car, it still had the original 17" Hankook NRF. Since I obviously will need to switch to an all season, I am looking for
the best size for an all season ride, and also handling performance. Right now the car, IMHO, feels top heavy when pushed through corners/curves.
I'm going to try and stay with an EV tire.
I realize I am starting a Lite Beer Commercial.

 

[Puppethead]

I drive 17" summer wheels and 16" winter wheels. I'd guess the 16" wheel is probably going to provide more cushion since the sidewall is wider on 16". I also think the wheels themselves are going to be the most important factor. 17" are likely to be heavier, but it all depends on the specific wheel design. There's also the amount of drag from the openings in the wheels to consider.