Apollo Aspire 4G vs Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Apollo Aspire 4G and Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 appear in 1 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Apollo Aspire 4G performs. It takes the win in wet, dry. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
How the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Apollo Aspire 4G and Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prefer the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Apollo Aspire 4G | Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Summer |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 0 |
| Best rank | #19 | — |
| Avg rank | 28.2 | — |
| Latest test | 2023 | — |
| Tire Lab Score | — | — |
Tire Lab Score
Apollo Aspire 4G
Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Apollo Aspire 4G | Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 30.0 | No data | Apollo Aspire 4G |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 30.0 | No data | Apollo Aspire 4G |
💧 Wet: Apollo Aspire 4G vs Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257
The Apollo Aspire 4G wins this category with an average rank of 30.0, compared to no data for the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257.
☀️ Dry: Apollo Aspire 4G vs Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257
The Apollo Aspire 4G wins this category with an average rank of 30.0, compared to no data for the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Apollo Aspire 4G or Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Apollo Aspire 4G ranks higher on average than the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Apollo Aspire 4G averages a better dry-braking rank than the Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 across the tests where both appeared.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Apollo Aspire 4G appears in 1 independent tests, Triangle SAPPHIRE TR257 in 0.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →