2017 Specialized Sirrus Elite vs 2019 Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD
The XL is the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD size closest to your XL Specialized Sirrus Elite. 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 Elite in XL, the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD in XL places the top of the head tube 6 mm lower and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −6 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- +11 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Sirrus Elite, XLMerida CROSSWAY 15-MD, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Sirrus Elite XL | Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 422mm | 423 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 650mm | 644 | −6 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72° | 72 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 73 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 621mm | 620 | −1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 439mm | 450 | +11 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1097mm | 1107 | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 70mm | 70 | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 275mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 846.8mm | 825 | −22 mm |
| Seat tube length | 570mm | 580 | +10 mm |
| Fork length | 398mm | 450 | +52 mm |
| Head tube length | 225mm | 170 | −55 mm |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD minus the Specialized Sirrus Elite. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Sirrus Elite, 2019 Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Sirrus EliteMerida 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 EliteElite | Merida CROSSWAY 15-MD15-MD |
|---|---|---|
| Derailleur | Shimano Sora | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M310 |
| Chain | SRAM PC-971 | KMC M700 |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer Pro | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | FSA MegaExo | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport Reflect | Merida K1171 |
| Brake | Shimano Acera M315 | Jake J8 disc |
| Stem | Specialized Flowset | Merida TK |
| Saddle | Specialized Canopy Sport | Merida Cross Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Merida CROSSWAY DT |
| Fork | not listed | SR Suntour NEX |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano ST-EF500 |
| Cassette | not listed | SunRace CSM668 |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Rotor | not listed | Jake |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida CC |
| Grips | not listed | Merida EC |
| Headset | not listed | FSA TH888 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TK |
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