2019 Merida SCULTURA LIMITED vs 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
The 58 is the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp size closest to your XL Merida SCULTURA LIMITED. 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 Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
Compared with the Merida SCULTURA LIMITED in XL, the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp in 58 places the top of the head tube 9 mm lower and 8 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −9 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −8 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −4 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA LIMITED, XLSpecialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 58Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA LIMITED XL | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp 58 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 408 | 400mm | −8 mm |
| Stack | 592 | 583mm | −9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 74 | 73.5° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 74° | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 590 | 567mm | −23 mm |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1001 | 997mm | −4 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 69mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 825 | 808.3mm | −17 mm |
| Seat tube length | 590 | 540mm | −50 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 190 | 180mm | −10 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 272.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp minus the Merida SCULTURA LIMITED. Full charts: 2019 Merida SCULTURA LIMITED, 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA LIMITEDSpecialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
Each bike is ranked against the other road 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 SCULTURA LIMITEDLIMITED | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompDSW SL Sprint Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R7000 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11-1 | KMC X-11 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Grand Sport Race | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Specialized AXIS 2.0 |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Specialized Venge |
| Crankset | not listed | Praxis Alba 2D |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized AXIS Elite |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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