2021 Giant Escape 2 Disc vs 2023 Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through
The M is the Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through size closest to your XL Giant Escape 2 Disc. 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 2.0 Step-Through
Compared with the Giant Escape 2 Disc in XL, the Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through in M places the top of the head tube 20 mm lower and 15 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 39 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −20 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −15 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −39 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Giant Escape 2 Disc, XLSpecialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Giant Escape 2 Disc XL | Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 423 | 408mm | −15 mm |
| Stack | 613 | 593mm | −20 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.0° | 71° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.0° | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 445 | 440mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1107 | 1068mm | −39 mm |
| BB drop | 60 | not listed | |
| Standover | 842 | 636mm | −206 mm |
| Seat tube length | 585 | 500mm | −85 mm |
| Head tube length | 190 | 175mm | −15 mm |
| Fork length | not listed | 395mm |
Differences are the Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through minus the Giant Escape 2 Disc. Full charts: 2021 Giant Escape 2 Disc, 2023 Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through.
Where each sits in its class
Giant Escape 2 DiscSpecialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through
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 | Giant Escape 2 DiscEscape 2 Disc | Specialized Sirrus 2.0 Step-Through2.0 Step-Through |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Giant ALUXX-Grade Aluminum | not listed |
| Fork | Giant alloy | not listed |
| Shifter | microSHIFT TS39 | Shimano Acera M315 |
| Derailleur | microSHIFT R8, microSHIFT M26L | Shimano Tourney FD-TY606, Shimano Acera |
| Cassette | microSHIFT CS-H081 | Shimano HG-31 |
| Chain | KMC Z8.3 | KMC X8 |
| Crankset | Prowheel forged alloy | Shimano FC-TY501 |
| Pedals | Giant Urban Fitness | not listed |
| Wheelset | Giant GX | not listed |
| Tire | Giant S-X2 | Specialized RoadSport Reflect |
| Hub | Giant GX alloy | not listed |
| Rim | Giant Double-wall aluminum | not listed |
| Brake | Tektro HD-R280 | Promax F1 |
| Rotor | Giant MPH | not listed |
| Handlebar | Giant Sport XC | not listed |
| Stem | Giant Sport | not listed |
| Seatpost | Giant D-Fuse | not listed |
| Saddle | Giant Sport | Specialized Bridge Sport |
| Grips | not listed | Specialized Contour |
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