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 XL 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 XL, the Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 in XL places the top of the head tube 23 mm lower and 20 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 32 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −23 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −20 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −32 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, XLSpecialized Sirrus X 4.0, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY XT-EDITION XL | Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 418 | 398mm | −20 mm |
| Stack | 695 | 672mm | −23 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 71° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 630 | not listed | |
| Chainstay length | 460 | 440mm | −20 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1125 | 1093mm | −32 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | not listed | |
| Standover | 855 | 831mm | −24 mm |
| Seat tube length | 590 | 530mm | −60 mm |
| Fork length | 468 | 395mm | −73 mm |
| Head tube length | 205 | 208mm | +3 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-EDITIONXT-EDITION | Specialized Sirrus X 4.04.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY TFS II | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour NCX E-RL | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano XT | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT, Shimano XT Shadow | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC X11 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano MT800 BSA | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Overdrive II | Specialized Pathfinder Sport |
| Hub | Shimano M4050 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano MT500 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Future |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2340 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Specialized Bridge |
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