2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 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 Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
Compared with the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E in XXS, the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA in 49 places the top of the head tube 4 mm higher and 15 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 7 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +4 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +15 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +7 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.3°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, XXSSpecialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E XXS | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 371 | 386mm | +15 mm |
| Stack | 500 | 504mm | +4 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71 | 72.25° | +1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5 | 75.5° | +1.0° |
| Effective top tube | 510 | 518mm | +8 mm |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 963 | 970mm | +7 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 71.5mm | +6 mm |
| Standover | 691 | 730mm | +39 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440 | 431mm | −9 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 105 | 100mm | −5 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 270mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA minus the Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E. Full charts: 2019 Merida SCULTURA TEAM-E, 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA TEAM-ESpecialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA
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 Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-9100 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11SL DLC | Shimano Ultegra |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | Shimano Dura-Ace BB |
| Tire | Continental Grand Prix 4000s | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano Dura Ace C BR-9100 | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Handlebar | FSA K-FORCE COMPACT | not listed |
| Stem | FSA OS-99 | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida Carbon Team S-Flex | not listed |
| Saddle | Prologo Nago Evo CPC | Specialized Toupe Expert |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 |
| Wheelset | not listed | Roval SLX 24 |
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