2022 Specialized Diverge Comp E5 vs 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000
The XS is the Merida SILEX+ 6000 size closest to your 49 Specialized Diverge Comp 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 SILEX+ 6000
Compared with the Specialized Diverge Comp E5 in 49, the Merida SILEX+ 6000 in XS places the top of the head tube 17 mm higher and 14 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 68 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- +17 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +14 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −68 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Diverge Comp E5 has no geometry for this size yet. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Diverge Comp E5 49 | Merida SILEX+ 6000 XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 365mm | 379 | +14 mm |
| Stack | 571mm | 588 | +17 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70° | 71 | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74 | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 432mm | 430 | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1095mm | 1027 | −68 mm |
| BB drop | 80mm | 75 | −5 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 697mm | 706 | +9 mm |
| Seat tube length | 390mm | 440 | +50 mm |
| Fork length | 390mm | 398 | +8 mm |
| Head tube length | 99mm | 160 | +61 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 548 |
Differences are the Merida SILEX+ 6000 minus the Specialized Diverge Comp E5. Full charts: 2022 Specialized Diverge Comp E5, 2021 Merida SILEX+ 6000.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Diverge Comp E5Merida SILEX+ 6000
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 Comp E5Comp E5 | Merida SILEX+ 6000SILEX+ 6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Diverge E5 | Merida SILEX+ CF2 |
| Fork | Specialized Future Shock 1.5 | Merida SILEX CF2 |
| Shifter | SRAM Apex | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex 1 | SRAM Force 1 |
| Chain | KMC X11 Extra | KMC X11 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba | not listed |
| Chainring | Specialized Teeth | not listed |
| Pedals | Specialized Remove | not listed |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Pathfinder Sport | Kenda Flintridge Pro |
| Brake | SRAM Apex | SRAM Force 1 HRD |
| Handlebar | Specialized Hover | Merida EXPERT GR |
| Stem | Specialized Future | Merida EXPERT CW |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Sport | Merida EXPERT CC |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM PG 1130 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA 386-BB30 PF6000 [Sram FC] |
| Rotor | not listed | SRAM CenterLine Rotor |
| Headset | not listed | SILEX Neck |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT CC |
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