2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E vs 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp
The 49 is the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp size closest to your XXS Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E. 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 TEAM-E in XXS, the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp in 49 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and 4 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +2 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +4 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −4 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.3°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, XXSSpecialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E XXS | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 371 | 375mm | +4 mm |
| Stack | 500 | 502mm | +2 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72.25° | +1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 74° | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 510 | 519mm | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 963 | 959mm | −4 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 69mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 691 | 732.3mm | +41 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440 | 460mm | +20 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 105 | 100mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 272.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp minus the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E. Full charts: 2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, 2017 Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-ESpecialized 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 TEAM-ETEAM-E | Specialized Allez DSW SL Sprint CompDSW SL Sprint Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-9100 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11SL DLC | KMC X-11 |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | not listed |
| Tire | Continental Grand Prix 4000s | Specialized Turbo Pro |
| Brake | Shimano Dura Ace C BR-9100 | Specialized AXIS 2.0 |
| Handlebar | FSA K-FORCE COMPACT | not listed |
| Stem | FSA OS-99 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida Carbon Team S-Flex | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | Prologo Nago Evo CPC | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Crankset | not listed | Praxis Alba 2D |
| Wheelset | not listed | Specialized AXIS Elite |
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