2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ vs 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ
The M is the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ size closest to your M Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ. 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 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ in M, the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ in M places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, MMerida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, MDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ M | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ M | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 417 | 418 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 666 | 665 | −1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 70 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 615 | 615 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 470 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1149 | 1149 | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 65 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 402 | 412 | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 480 | 480 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 476 | 475 | −1 mm |
| Head tube length | 180 | 180 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC EQ, 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CC EQMerida eSPRESSO CITY EQ
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 eSPRESSO CC EQCC 400 EQ | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CC LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour NVX30 DS | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano Alivio |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore M5120 | Shimano Acera M3100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M4100 | Shimano HG200 |
| Chain | KMC e10S EPT | KMC e9S |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E8000 | Shimano EM600 |
| Pedals | VPE-891 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Shimano E6100 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Shimano E8035-L |
| Tire | Maxxis Crossmark II | Continental Ride Cruiser |
| Hub | Shimano TX505 | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
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