2017 Specialized Sirrus Disc vs 2019 Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD
The XS is the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD size closest to your XS Specialized Sirrus Disc. 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 CROSSWAY 15-MD
Compared with the Specialized Sirrus Disc in XS, the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD in XS places the top of the head tube 34 mm higher and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 17 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +34 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +17 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Sirrus Disc, XSMerida CROSSWAY 15-MD, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Sirrus Disc XS | Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 388mm | 394 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 563mm | 597 | +34 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70.5° | 71 | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74 | +0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 555mm | 565 | +10 mm |
| Chainstay length | 445mm | 450 | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1056mm | 1073 | +17 mm |
| BB drop | 70mm | 70 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 281mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 716mm | 711 | −5 mm |
| Seat tube length | 395mm | 440 | +45 mm |
| Fork length | 410mm | 450 | +40 mm |
| Head tube length | 130mm | 125 | −5 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD minus the Specialized Sirrus Disc. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Sirrus Disc, 2019 Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Sirrus DiscMerida CROSSWAY 15-MD
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter 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 Sirrus DiscDisc | Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD15-MD |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano EF500 | Shimano ST-EF500 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tourney, Shimano Altus | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M310 |
| Chain | KMC X8 | KMC M700 |
| Crankset | Specialized Stout | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Nimbus Reflect | Merida K1171 |
| Saddle | Specialized Canopy Sport | Merida Cross Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Merida CROSSWAY DT |
| Fork | not listed | SR Suntour NEX |
| Cassette | not listed | SunRace CSM668 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Brake | not listed | Jake J8 disc |
| Rotor | not listed | Jake |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida CC |
| Stem | not listed | Merida TK |
| Grips | not listed | Merida EC |
| Headset | not listed | FSA TH888 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TK |
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