Just for additional reference, this is the winter setup I use on my '01.
265/60-18 General Grabber AT-2 wrapped on 18x8's with a -2mm offset.
No lift but with front cranked up about an inch with torsion bars.
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh...l-well&cat=500
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/sh...rbet-c&cat=500
And basically, a little narrower tire will usually cut through the snow better, but if it's a wider tire with the correct compound and siping for winter driving, you shouldn't have much of an issue.