2022 Merida CROSSWAY L vs 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0
The XL is the Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 size closest to your L Merida CROSSWAY L. 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 L 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 L, LSpecialized Sirrus X 4.0, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida CROSSWAY L 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 | 639 | 831mm | +192 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 L. Full charts: 2022 Merida CROSSWAY L, 2021 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0.
Where each sits in its class
Merida CROSSWAY LSpecialized 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 L100 | Specialized Sirrus X 4.04.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida CROSSWAY L TFS III | not listed |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX HLO | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Altus | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Acera M370, Shimano Alivio T4000 | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG200 | Shimano Deore M5100 |
| Chain | KMC M99 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Samox AF29-321SSS-P | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA TH-7420ST Cartridge Bearing | not listed |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | not listed |
| Tire | Maxxis Overdrive Excel | Specialized Pathfinder Sport |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro M275 | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT10 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Merida COMP CC | not listed |
| Stem | Merida COMP TK | Specialized Future |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT EC | not listed |
| Headset | Merida M2346 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida TK | not listed |
| Saddle | Merida Cross Sport | Specialized Bridge |
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