2015 Specialized Tarmac Elite vs 2017 Specialized Venge Elite
The 52 is the Specialized Venge Elite size closest to your 52 Specialized Tarmac 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 Specialized Venge Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Elite in 52, the Specialized Venge Elite in 52 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Elite, 52Specialized Venge Elite, 52Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Elite 52 | Specialized Venge Elite 52 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 385mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 526mm | 526mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 537mm | 536mm | −1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 71.5mm | 72mm | +1 mm |
| Standover | 755mm | 766mm | +11 mm |
| Seat tube length | 490mm | 487mm | −3 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | not listed | 270mm | |
| Fork length | not listed | 368mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Elite. Full charts: 2015 Specialized Tarmac Elite, 2017 Specialized Venge Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac EliteSpecialized Venge Elite
Each bike is ranked against the other road 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 Tarmac EliteElite | Specialized Venge EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano 105 | KMC X-11 |
| Crankset | Praxis TURN Zayante | Praxis Zayante |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S5 | Specialized AXIS Elite |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Pro | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Power Comp |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
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