2018 Specialized Crux E5 vs 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE
The XL is the Merida MISSION CX SE size closest to your 61 Specialized Crux E5. 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 MISSION CX SE
Compared with the Specialized Crux E5 in 61, the Merida MISSION CX SE in XL places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and 11 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +11 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +17 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Crux E5, 61Merida MISSION CX SE, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Crux E5 61 | Merida MISSION CX SE XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 392mm | 403 | +11 mm |
| Stack | 618mm | 612 | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 72 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 73 | −2.5° |
| Effective top tube | 587mm | 590 | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 425mm | 425 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1031mm | 1048 | +17 mm |
| BB drop | 71mm | 65 | −6 mm |
| BB height | 283mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 862mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 610mm | 590 | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 400mm | 395 | −5 mm |
| Head tube length | 190mm | 195 | +5 mm |
Differences are the Merida MISSION CX SE minus the Specialized Crux E5. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Crux E5, 2020 Merida MISSION CX SE.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Crux E5Merida MISSION CX SE
Each bike is ranked against the other gravel 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 | Specialized Crux E5E5 | Merida MISSION CX SECX 100 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex 1 |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | SunRace CSMS8 |
| Chain | KMC X-10 | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba 2D | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Tracer Sport | Maxxis Mud Wrestler |
| Brake | Tektro Spyre | Promax ROAD PM |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Merida MISSION CX TFS |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH 7420ST |
| Rotor | not listed | Promax G160 |
| Stem | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
| Headset | not listed | Merida M2339 Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida COMP CC |
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