2023 Specialized Sirrus 4.0 vs 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D
The XS is the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D size closest to your S Specialized Sirrus 4.0. 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 L 20-D
Compared with the Specialized Sirrus 4.0 in S, the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D in XS places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 13 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +13 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +1.0°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +10 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Sirrus 4.0, SMerida CROSSWAY L 20-D, XSDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Sirrus 4.0 S | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D XS | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 376mm | 377 | +1 mm |
| Stack | 606mm | 607 | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70° | 71 | +1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 74 | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 440mm | 450 | +10 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1060mm | 1073 | +13 mm |
| Standover | 750mm | 590 | −160 mm |
| Seat tube length | 440mm | 390 | −50 mm |
| Fork length | 395mm | 450 | +55 mm |
| Head tube length | 143mm | 135 | −8 mm |
| Effective top tube | not listed | 565 | |
| BB drop | not listed | 70 |
Differences are the Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D minus the Specialized Sirrus 4.0. Full charts: 2023 Specialized Sirrus 4.0, 2021 Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Sirrus 4.0Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D
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 4.04.0 | Merida CROSSWAY L 20-D20-D |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra FD-4700, Shimano Tiagra | Shimano FD-TY710, Shimano Acera M360 |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG500 | SunRace CSM668 |
| Chain | KMC X10 | SunRace M84 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba M24 | not listed |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis M24 | FSA TH-7420ST-W |
| Tire | Specialized RoadSport Reflect | Merida K1171 |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano ST-EF505 |
| Stem | Specialized Future | Merida TK |
| Saddle | Specialized Bridge | Merida Cross Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Merida CROSSWAY L SPEED |
| Fork | not listed | SR Suntour NEX HLO |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | not listed | Merida CC |
| Rotor | not listed | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | not listed | Merida CC |
| Grips | not listed | Merida EC |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida TK |
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