2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5 vs 2023 Khs GRIT 440
The ML/56 is the Khs GRIT 440 size closest to your 54 Specialized Diverge Elite 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 Khs GRIT 440
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Elite E5 in 54, the Khs GRIT 440 in ML/56 places the top of the head tube 11 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +11 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +2 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +3 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Only the Specialized Diverge Elite E5 is drawn. The Khs GRIT 440 numbers we have for size ML/56 are missing the wheelbase.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Elite E5 54 | Khs GRIT 440 ML/56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 383mm | 385 | +2 mm |
| Stack | 578mm | 589 | +11 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.25° | 72 | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73 | −0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 435 | +3 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1035mm | not listed | |
| BB drop | 80mm | not listed | |
| BB height | 270mm | 283 | +13 mm |
| Standover | 763mm | 823 | +60 mm |
| Seat tube length | 470mm | 560 | +90 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 155mm | 170 | +15 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 565 |
Differences are the Khs GRIT 440 minus the Specialized Diverge Elite E5. Full charts: 2021 Specialized Diverge Elite E5, 2023 Khs GRIT 440.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Elite E5Khs GRIT 440
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 Diverge Elite E5Elite E5 | Khs GRIT 440GRIT 440 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Diverge E5 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano GRX RX400 | Shimano GRX RX600 Gravel |
| Derailleur | Shimano GRX RX400 | Shimano GRX RX810 Gravel |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG50-10 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X10 | KMC X11EL |
| Crankset | Shimano GRX RX600 | FSA Gossamer Compact Pro |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Roadsport, Specialized RoadSports | Kenda K1226 Alluvium Pro |
| Saddle | Specialized Bridge Saddle | Khs Sport Road |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA BB386 EVO Threaded |
| Hub | not listed | Formula RXC-142S |
| Rim | not listed | WTB ST-I25 TCS |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano New GRX Gravel |
| Handlebar | not listed | FSA Adventure Compact |
| Stem | not listed | FSA Aluminum 3D Forged |
| Headset | not listed | FSA Orbit C40-ACB |
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