2020 Merida SCULTURA 10K-E vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc
The 56 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc size closest to your ML Merida SCULTURA 10K-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 Men's Comp Disc
Compared with the Merida SCULTURA 10K-E in ML, the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc in 56 places the top of the head tube 7 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 4 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +7 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +4 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida SCULTURA 10K-E, MLSpecialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida SCULTURA 10K-E ML | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 394 | 395mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 557 | 564mm | +7 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.25° | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 560 | 565mm | +5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 400 | 405mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 982 | 986mm | +4 mm |
| BB drop | 66 | 69mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 779 | 795mm | +16 mm |
| Seat tube length | 540 | 501mm | −39 mm |
| Fork length | 370 | 368mm | −2 mm |
| Head tube length | 155 | 160mm | +5 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 272.5mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc minus the Merida SCULTURA 10K-E. Full charts: 2020 Merida SCULTURA 10K-E, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc.
Where each sits in its class
Merida SCULTURA 10K-ESpecialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc
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 10K-E10K-E | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp DiscMen's Comp Disc |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida SCULTURA CF4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-9100 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano CN-HG901-11 | KMC X11 EL |
| Bottom bracket | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [SMN FC] | Shimano Ultegra |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss PRC 1400 SPLINE 35 | DT Swiss R470 |
| Tire | Continental Grand Prix 5000 | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano Dura-Ace | Shimano RS785 |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | not listed |
| Saddle | Prologo NAGO C3 | Specialized Toupe Comp |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
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