2021 Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION vs 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0
The XL is the Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 size closest to your L Merida CROSSWAY 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 4.0
Compared with the Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION in L, the Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 in XL places the top of the head tube 5 mm higher and 8 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 11 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +5 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −8 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −11 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −20 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION, LSpecialized Sirrus X 4.0, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION L | Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 406 | 398mm | −8 mm |
| Stack | 667 | 672mm | +5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 610 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 460 | 440mm | −20 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1104 | 1093mm | −11 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 818 | 831mm | +13 mm |
| Seat tube length | 550 | 530mm | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 468 | 395mm | −73 mm |
| Head tube length | 175 | 208mm | +33 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 minus the Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION. Full charts: 2021 Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION, 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITIONSpecialized Sirrus X 4.0
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 XT-EDITION | Specialized Sirrus X 4.04.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X11 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Pathfinder Sport |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano MT200 |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized Future |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Bridge |
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