2019 Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION vs 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 3.0
The XL is the Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 size closest to your XXL Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Sirrus X 3.0
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION in XXL, the Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 in XL places the top of the head tube 15 mm lower and 17 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 9 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −15 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −17 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −9 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −10 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION, XXLSpecialized Sirrus X 3.0, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION XXL | Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 431 | 414mm | −17 mm |
| Stack | 648 | 633mm | −15 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.5 | 71° | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5 | 73.5° | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 635 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 450 | 440mm | −10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1105 | 1096mm | −9 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 860 | 837mm | −23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 610 | 530mm | −80 mm |
| Fork length | 395 | 395mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 225 | 217mm | −8 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Sirrus X 3.0 minus the Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION. Full charts: 2019 Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITION, 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 3.0.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITIONSpecialized Sirrus X 3.0
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN XT-EDITIONURBAN XT-EDITION | Specialized Sirrus X 3.03.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY URBAN TFS | not listed |
| Fork | CROSSWAY URBAN CF2 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | Shimano Deore M4100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shimano XT Shadow | Shimano Deore M4120 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | Shimano Deore |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC X10 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT800 BSA | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Overdrive II | Specialized Pathfinder Sport |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | Tektro HD-R280 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Grips | Merida Crossway Ergo | Specialized Neutralizer |
| Headset | Merida M2339 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida Crossway Comfort | Specialized Bridge Sport |
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