2017 Specialized Diverge Expert vs 2019 Cannondale SuperX
The 54 is the Cannondale SuperX size closest to your 52 Specialized Diverge Expert. 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 Cannondale SuperX
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Expert in 52, the Cannondale SuperX in 54 places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 25 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +25 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −0.3°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Diverge Expert, 52Cannondale SuperX, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Expert 52 | Cannondale SuperX 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 378mm | 378 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 555 | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 71 | −0.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 534mm | 537 | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 412mm | 422 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 995mm | 1020 | +25 mm |
| BB drop | 77mm | 69 | −8 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 281 | +11 mm |
| Standover | 740mm | 802 | +62 mm |
| Seat tube length | 447mm | 524 | +77 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 132 | +12 mm |
Differences are the Cannondale SuperX minus the Specialized Diverge Expert. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Diverge Expert, 2019 Cannondale SuperX.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge ExpertCannondale SuperX
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel 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 | Specialized Diverge ExpertExpert | Cannondale SuperXDi2 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano ST-RS685 | Shimano Ultegra hydro |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano XT Di2 GS |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano HG601 |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Roubaix Pro 2BR | Vittoria Terreno Mix TNT |
| Brake | Shimano BR-785 | Shimano Ultegra hydro, Shimano Ultegra Di2 hydro |
| Seatpost | Specialized CG-R | Cannondale SAVE |
| Saddle | Specialized Phenom Expert | Fabric Scoop |
| Frame | not listed | Cannondale SuperX |
| Fork | not listed | SuperX |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Cannondale PressFit30 |
| Hub | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram |
| Rim | not listed | Cannondale HollowGram Si |
| Handlebar | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
| Stem | not listed | Cannondale C1 Ultralight |
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